Determination of the Influence of Reinforcement Direction of Open Thin-Walled Cylindrical Carbon Shells on Their Natural Vibrations

Abstract

Nowadays, open cylindrical shells are widely used in structures in construction, aviation, energy, oil, and other industries. Shell structures are exposed to short-term cyclical influences in the course of operation; these influences cause forced vibrations of the structure which trigger the internal dynamic mechanisms, changing the natural vibrations of the structure, which has a significant impact on the strength characteristics of the shell. Carbon-fiber-reinforced plastics (CFRP) are used as an effective material for such structures. This is a durable and lightweight material. Due to its high cost, its application used to be efficient only in aircraft and in the space industry. Improvement of manufacturing techniques has made it possible to expand the range of CFRP applications. Due to their thinness, CFRP products are prone to vibrations. Vibrations can cause resonance condition, which can result in structural collapse.