Acoustic Emission Testing of Fibers Exposed to Different Environmental Conditions

This research project investigates methods for detecting damage and breakage in fibers used in fiber-reinforced polymer composite pressure piping. Of primary interest is Acoustic Emission (AE) technology to isolate and identify damage types and corresponding AE features for fiber reinforcement rupturing when exposed service loads and different environmental conditions. Sound signals produced by fiber rupture shall be detected, recorded, and analyzed. In this context, the design and manufacture of suitable fiber specimens shall be undertaken, followed by controlled experimental testing applying different loading scenarios. Identifying and characterizing different types of AE signals related to fiber damage will conclude the project.

Faculty Supervisor:

Pierre Mertiny

Student:

Hadi Nazaripoor

Partner:

Shawcor

Discipline:

Engineering - mechanical

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University:

University of Alberta

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