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The Thomsen model of inserts in sandwich composites: An evaluation
An one-dimensional finite element model of a sandwich panel with insert is
derived using the approach used in the Thomsen model. The one-dimensional model
produces results that are close to those of a two-dimensional axisysmmetric
model. Both models assume that the core is homogeneous. Our results indicate
that the one-dimensional model may be well suited for small deformations of
sandwich specimens with foam cores.Comment: 30 pages, 14 figure
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