Nonlinear stability analysis of imperfect three-phase polymer composite plates in thermal environments

This paper presents an analytical investigation on the nonlinear response of the thin imperfect laminated three-phase polymer composite plate in thermal environments. The formulations are based on the classical plate theory taking into account the interaction between the matrix and the particles, geometrical nonlinearity, initial geometrical imperfection. By applying Galerkin method, explicit relations of load-deflection curves are determined. Obtained results show effects of the fibers and the particles, material, geometrical properties and temperature on the buckling and post-buckling loading capacity of the three phase composite plate, therefore we can proactively design materials and structural composite meet the technical requirements as desired when adjustment components. (C) 2013 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.