Preliminary analysis of the effects of thermal cycling on the mechanical properties of Kevlar®/Epoxy tubular braided composites for use in satellite components
Journal of Composite Materials
Published online on May 04, 2026
Abstract
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Satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) are exposed to several hazardous conditions including large temperature fluctuations. Materials with non-zero coefficients of thermal expansion (CTE) can develop thermal stresses that lead to failure. Tubular braided ...
Satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) are exposed to several hazardous conditions including large temperature fluctuations. Materials with non-zero coefficients of thermal expansion (CTE) can develop thermal stresses that lead to failure. Tubular braided ...