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EngineeringMaterials EngineeringMaterials ScienceAerospace MaterialsStructural EngineeringStructural MaterialsComposite MaterialsComposite StructuresDamage ToleranceFiber-reinforced CompositesStrength Of MaterialsStructural TestingComposite Damage ToleranceComposite TougheningDamage Tolerance Of Composite StructuresDamage Tolerance TestingImpact Damage ResistanceImpact-resistant CompositesStructural Damage ToleranceToughness
The proposed application of composite materials to transport wing and fuselage structures prompted the search for tougher materials having improved resistance to impact damage and delamination. Several resin/graphite fiber composite materials were subjected to standard damage tolerance tests and the results were compared to ascertain which materials have superior toughness. In addition, test results from various company and NASA laboratories were compared for repeatability.