Publications

Publications

Fluid Structure Interaction and Hemodynamic Analysis of the Aortic Valve

This technical paper employs advanced numerical studies, specifically Fluid-Structure Interaction (FSI) leveraging Finite Element Analysis, to investigate the biomechanics and hemodynamic behavior of the aortic valve. It analyzes the impact of cardiovascular pathologies on valve function and tissue mechanics, providing critical insights into the system's response to physiological conditions.

Buckling of Conventional and High-Strength Vanadium Steel Double-Angle Compression Members

This paper presents a comprehensive computational parametric study utilizing Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to evaluate the buckling behavior of double-angle compression members made from conventional and high-strength vanadium steel. The study uses FE software to simulate and analyze various buckling modes, comparing these results against existing steel design specifications to enhance the accuracy of buckling strength predictions.

Computer Modelling of Full Size Fragmenting Aimable Warheads Using AUTODYN-3D

This study models the hydrodynamic fragmentation of full-scale aimable warheads using AUTODYN-3D, analyzing how shape and initiation design influence blast behavior and fragment distribution. By representing hundreds of individual fragments in high-resolution simulations, the work reveals complex fluid-structure interactions critical to warhead effectiveness. The approach combines experimental validation with CAD-driven optimization for reliable predictive design.

The Numerical Simulation of High Explosives using AUTODYN-2D & 3D

G. E. Fairlie

This paper demonstrates how AUTODYN-2D and 3D hydrocodes are used to simulate the hydrodynamic effects of high explosives in complex scenarios, such as blast propagation, EFP formation, and structural loading. By applying Eulerian, Lagrangian, and SPH modeling techniques, the study highlights how shape configurations and initiation strategies directly influence explosive behavior and design performance. These simulations serve both military and civil applications, enabling detailed insight into

Low Velocity Impact on Laminates Reinforced with Polyethylene and Aramidic Fibres

M.A.G. Silva, C. Cismasiu, C.G. Chiorean

This paper explores the impact resistance of composite laminates reinforced with Kevlar 29 and Dyneema through experimental testing and hydrodynamic simulations. Using AUTODYN, the study models complex anisotropic failure behaviors such as delamination and punching shear, emphasizing the role of material orientation and impact geometry. The results validate the use of hydrodynamic modeling to inform shape optimization and stiffness calibration in composite armor systems.