A combined finite/discrete element model has been developed to study the damage mechanism of laminated composites. Interaction and coupling between in-plane cracks and interlaminar delamination has also been considered. An algorithm is provided for including tangential/frictional sliding within the penalty contact algorithm. The Hashin criterion has been adopted for modeling the composite anisotropic behaviour. The ability of the method for simulation of damage is assessed by comparing standard test cases available in the literature.
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