Computational modeling of viscoelastic backsheet materials for photovoltaics
Experimental characterisation and computational treatment of time-dependent polymeric materials.
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Methods that move from equations to engineering evidence.
FEACORE connects mechanics research, numerical implementation and practical verification—so advanced methods remain understandable, testable and useful.
RESEARCH THEMES
Mechanics, materials and trustworthy computation
Fracture & damage
Phase-field and cohesive approaches for crack initiation, propagation and interface failure.
ExploreTime-dependent polymers
Creep, relaxation and constitutive modelling for service-time engineering questions.
ExploreComposites & interfaces
Layered structures, bridging, delamination and joint mechanics.
ExploreAutomation & reproducibility
Scripts, benchmarks and repeatable workflows that expose modelling assumptions.
ExploreOPEN BENCHMARK
Cantilever beam verification study
A reproducible finite-element benchmark with analytical comparison, equilibrium checks, convergence data and downloadable source/results.
- Problem and assumptions stated
- Analytical reference shown
- Field-error convergence reported
- Validation status made explicit
PUBLISHED FOUNDATIONS
Research informing FEACORE's methods
Simulation of bridging mechanisms in complex laminates using a hybrid PF-CZM method
Coupled fracture modelling for bridging and damage processes in layered composites.
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