Multi-level structural mechanical behavior and surface contact characteristics of fabric-reinforced rubber seals

Helin Xu, Xucan Lian, Yuxin Tian, Congwen Wang, Yong Huan, Shuaishuai Yang, Chi Xiao, Yinghao Yang, State Key Laboratory of Nonlinear Mechanics , Institute of Mechanics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, School of Engineering Science, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Structural Function Department, Shanghai Aircraft Design and Research Institute, Research and Development Department, Beijing Caslisun Technology Co

Journal of Reinforced Plastics and Composites

Published online on August 28, 2025

Abstract

Journal of Reinforced Plastics and Composites, Volume 45, Issue 11-12, Page 2698-2710, June 2026.
As a critical component of aircraft, fabric-reinforced rubber seals primarily are designed to provide reliable sealing performance. The distribution of surface contact stress directly determines the sealing effectiveness and has a significant impact on ...