Linfeng Jiang^1,*, Guisen Liu¹, Yao Shen¹, Jian Wang²

The International Conference on Computational & Experimental Engineering and Sciences, Vol.33, No.3, pp. 1-1, 2025, DOI:10.32604/icces.2025.011397

Abstract The plastic deformation of Mg/Ti alloys arises from the synergistic interplay of dislocation slip and deformation twinning. To model these mechanisms, we previously developed a mesoscale CPFE-PF framework that couples crystal plasticity finite element (CPFE) and phase field (PF) methods, enabling predictions of microstructure evolution and mechanical behavior under complex loading. A central challenge, however, lies in accurately capturing deformation twinning—a process critical for accommodating shear and reorienting crystal domains in low-symmetry metals. Twin propagation and thickening occur via twinning dislocations/disconnections at the atomic scale, while at larger scales they are governed by the migration… More >

Jiaqing Jiang^*, Marco Amabili

The International Conference on Computational & Experimental Engineering and Sciences, Vol.33, No.2, pp. 1-1, 2025, DOI:10.32604/icces.2025.012283

Abstract This paper presents a novel mixed finite element method for the free vibration analysis of composite periodic beams. The governing state-space equations are derived based on the Hamilton's principle, treating both displacements and stresses as fundamental variables. This method uses transfer relations in the transverse direction and finite element discretization in the longitudinal direction of the beam, forming a semi-analytical computational framework. Therefore, it is able to handle general composite beam structures containing both transversely layered and axially jointed materials.
The proposed mixed finite element method ensures continuity of both displacements and stresses across material interfaces,… More >

Ruiqi Li^1,2, Hongda Chen^1,2,*, Haixiao Hu^1,2,3, Yu Zhang², Shuxin Li^1,2,3,*

The International Conference on Computational & Experimental Engineering and Sciences, Vol.33, No.2, pp. 1-1, 2025, DOI:10.32604/icces.2025.011327

Abstract Composite hydrogen cylinders are recognized as the most efficient solution for storage and transportation of high-pressure gaseous hydrogen. The plastic-lined and fully carbon fiber-wound Type IV composite cylinders are one of the most attractive advanced hydrogen storage technologies. The design of carbon fiber reinforcements on the dome section of the cylinder is one of the critical challenges in the development of Type IV composite hydrogen cylinders. Conventional design approaches ignored the variable angle of fiber-wound layers and the influence of fiber angle and thickness variations in the dome section on design and often result in… More >

Zhuoyuan Zheng^*

The International Conference on Computational & Experimental Engineering and Sciences, Vol.33, No.2, pp. 1-1, 2025, DOI:10.32604/icces.2025.010939

Abstract Silicon (Si) anodes are promising candidates for lithium-ion batteries due to their high theoretical capacity and low operating voltage. However, the significant volume expansion that occurs during lithiation presents challenges, including material degradation and decreased cycle life. This study employs an electrochemical-mechanical-thermal coupled finite element model, supported by experimental validation, to investigate the impact of lithiation-induced deformation on the energy dissipation of Si anodes. We quantitatively investigate the effects of several key design parameters—C-rate, Si layer thickness, and lithiation depth—on energy losses resulting from various mechanisms, such as mechanical energy loss, polarization, and joule heating.… More >

Yuheng Cao, Chunyu Zhang^*

The International Conference on Computational & Experimental Engineering and Sciences, Vol.33, No.2, pp. 1-1, 2025, DOI:10.32604/icces.2025.010692

Abstract A unified high-order damaged elasticity theory is proposed for quasi-brittle fracture problems by incorporating higher-order gradients for both strain and damage fields. The single scale parameter is defined by the size of the representative volume element (RVE). It formulates the degraded strain energy density to capture size effects and localized damage initiation/propagation with a damage criterion grounded in experimental observations. The structural deformation is solved by using the principle of minimum potential energy with the Augmented Lagrangian Method (ALM) enforcing damage evolution constraints. This simplifies the equilibrium equations, enabling efficient numerical solutions via the Galerkin More >

Yifan Zhu^1,2, Fengxiang Xu^1,2,*, Zhen Zou^1,2, Zhengpao Liu^1,2, Xiaokun Dai^1,2

The International Conference on Computational & Experimental Engineering and Sciences, Vol.33, No.2, pp. 1-2, 2025, DOI:10.32604/icces.2025.010641

Abstract Conventional energy-absorbing mechanical metamaterials primarily dissipate energy through irreversible plastic deformation, buckling, or fragmentation. Their applications are limited by structural fractures caused by 45° shear stresses and their suitability only for single-use impact protection, lacking the capability for repeated energy absorption. Inspired by the cancellous bone of the human skull, a Tangent Arc Curve Structure (TACS) was proposed in this study, followed by the modeling and fabrication of four types of 3D-TACSs: tensile, tensile-rotational, orthogonal, and diagonal. The shear resistance and repeatable energy absorption capabilities of TACS were systematically investigated through theoretical analysis, compression experiments,… More >

Boudjema Bendaho¹, Abdelhak Mesbah¹, Zakaria Belabed^1,2,*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.85, No.2, pp. 2781-2805, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.069709 - 23 September 2025

Abstract A new quadrilateral finite element IQ4 is developed for the free vibration of carbon nanotube-reinforced composite (CNTRC) perforated plates with a central cutout. By enriching the membrane part and incorporating a projected shear technique, the IQ4 element is proposed to address the known limitations of the standard Q4 element, such as shear locking and limited consistency in the coupling of membrane-bending components. The proposed element is formulated within the FSDT-based framework and assessed through benchmark tests to verify its convergence and accuracy. The governing equations are obtained via the weak form of Hamilton’s principle. Particular… More >

Mianyue Yang^1,*, Huasheng Sun¹, Weigao Sheng²

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.85, No.2, pp. 2749-2761, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.068009 - 23 September 2025

Abstract The shear pin of the friction pendulum bearing (FPB) can be made of 40Cr steel. In conceptual design, the optimal cut-off point of the shear pin is predetermined, guiding the design of bridges isolated by FPBs to maximize their isolation performance. Current researches on the shear pins are mainly based on linear elastic models, neglecting their plasticity, damage, and fracture mechanical properties. To accurately predict its cutoff behavior, the elastic-plastic degradation model of 40Cr steel is indeed calibrated. For this purpose, the Ramberg-Osgood model, the Bao-Wierzbicki damage initiation criterion, and the linear damage evolution criterion… More >

Shen-Haw Ju^*, Yi-Chen Huang

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.144, No.2, pp. 1631-1654, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2025.067679 - 31 August 2025

Abstract This study focuses on determining the second-order irregular wave loads in the time domain without using the Inverse Fast Fourier Transform (IFFT). Considering the substantial displacement effects that Floating Offshore Wind Turbine (FOWT) support structures undergo when subjected to wave loads, the time-domain wave method is more suitable, while the frequency-domain method requiring IFFT cannot be used for moving bodies. Nonetheless, the computational challenges posed by the considerable computer time requirements of the time-domain wave method remain a significant obstacle. Thus, the paper incorporates various numerical schemes, including parallel computing and extrapolation of wave forces… More >

Pasqualino Corigliano^*, Giulia Palomba

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.144, No.2, pp. 1935-1955, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2025.067094 - 31 August 2025

Abstract Experimental tests are essential for evaluating S-N curves and assessing the fatigue life of welded joints. However, in the case of complex geometries, experimental tests often cannot provide the necessary stress-strain data for specific materials and welded joints. Therefore, finite element (FE) analyses are frequently utilized to assess fatigue behavior in complex geometries and address the discontinuities induced by welding processes. In this study, the fatigue properties of titanium welded joints, produced using an innovative laser source and welded without the use of filler materials, were analyzed through numerical methods. Two different FE methods were… More >