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A numerical upscaling approach, NU, for solving multiscale elliptic problems is discussed. The main components of this NU are: i) local solve of auxil- iary problems in grid blocks and formal upscaling of the obtained re sults to build a coarse scale equation; ii) global solve of the upscaled coarse scale equation; and iii) reconstruction of a fine scale solution by solving local block problems on a dual coarse grid. By its structure NU is similar to other methods for solving multiscale elliptic problems, such as the multiscale finite element method, the multiscale mixed finite element method, the numerical subgrid upscaling method, heterogeneous multiscale method, and the multiscale finite volume method. The difference with those methods is in the way the coarse scale equation is build and solved, and in the way the fine scale solution is reconstructed. Essential components of the presented here NU approach are the formal homogenization in the coarse blocks and the usage of so called multipoint flux approximation method, MPFA. Unlike the usual usage as MPFA as a discretiza- tion method for single scale elliptic problems with tensor discontinuous coefficients, we consider its usage as a part of a numerical upscaling approach. The main aim of this paper is to compare NU with the MsFEM. In particular, it is shown that the resonance effect, which limits the application of the Multiscale FEM, does not appear, or it is significantly relaxed, when the presented here numerical upscaling approach is applied.
Approximation property of multipoint flux approximation (MPFA) approach for elliptic equations with discontinuous full tensor coefficients is discussed here. Finite volume discretization of the above problem is presented in the case of jump discontinuities for the permeability tensor. First order approximation for the fluxes is proved. Results from numerical experiments are presented and discussed.
Calculating effective heat conductivity for a class of industrial problems is discussed. The considered composite materials are glass and metal foams, fibrous materials, and the like, used in isolation or in advanced heat exchangers. These materials are characterized by a very complex internal structure, by low volume fraction of the higher conductive material (glass or metal), and by a large volume fraction of the air. The homogenization theory (when applicable), allows to calculate the effective heat conductivity of composite media by postprocessing the solution of special cell problems for representative elementary volumes (REV). Different formulations of such cell problems are considered and compared here. Furthermore, the size of the REV is studied numerically for some typical materials. Fast algorithms for solving the cell problems for this class of problems, are presented and discussed.
Two-level domain decomposition preconditioner for 3D flows in anisotropic highly heterogeneous porous media is presented. Accurate finite volume discretization based on multipoint flux approximation (MPFA) for 3D pressure equation is employed to account for the jump discontinuities of full permeability tensors. DD/MG type preconditioner for above mentioned problem is developed. Coarse scale operator is obtained from a homogenization type procedure. The influence of the overlapping as well as the influence of the smoother and cell problem formulation is studied. Results from numerical experiments are presented and discussed.
For almost thirty years bast fibers such as flax, hemp, kenaf, sisal and jute have been
used as reinforcing material in the molding process of both thermoplastic and thermoset
matrices. The main application areas of these natural fiber reinforced composites
in Europe are limited almost exclusively to the passenger car range. Typical
components are door panels, rear parcel shelves, instrument boards and trunk linings.
Natural fiber reinforced composites have become prevalent due to their good
mechanical properties and their low production costs. The main advantage in applying
natural fibers as reinforcement in composite materials is the price. Nowadays this
argument becomes more and more important due to the scarcity of synthetic raw materials
and consequently, their rising prices. Additionally the low density (approx.
1.5 g/cm³) of natural fibers confers them a very good lightweight potential. Other advantageous
features of natural fiber composites include very good processing and
acoustic properties. Further benefits such as good life cycle assessment and easier
processability compared to glass fiber material should also be taken into account.
Disadvantages of natural fibers are unevenness of the fiber quality and varying fiber
characteristics due to differences in soil, climate and fiber separation and their low
heat resistance (at temperatures exceeding 220 °C, some fiber components start
thermal degradation). Another disadvantage of natural fiber reinforced materials is
that with some matrices (mostly thermoplastic polymers) a sufficient impregnation of
the fibers can only be achieved if the fiber content in the composite is kept low, usually
below 50 wt.-%. Under these conditions the best performance of the natural fiber
reinforcement can not be realized. Another disadvantage of non-impregnated thermoplastic
prepregs is the long processing cycle times, which result from heating up the enclosed air in the prepreg during the process. Alternatively pure natural fiber
based non-woven fabrics are impregnated with thermoset systems. Due to the relatively
simple handling compared to alternative procedures, the thermoforming of thermoset
bonded prepregs is a very promising method for manufacturing natural fiber
reinforced components.
In this work, a novel general concept for natural fiber reinforced composites with a
natural fiber content of approx. 80 wt.-% and a thermoset matrix is developed. A suitable
material combination as well as an optimal process execution that help to meet the technical requirements for the natural fiber reinforced composites will be demonstrated.
Hemp and kenaf have been chosen as reinforcement fibers. In this work it is shown
that hemp and kenaf can be used as successful reinforcement alternatives to the
more established flax fibers in composite materials. Short flax fibers, which are commonly
used as reinforcement in composites (approx. 67 % for the German automotive
applications), are the “waste” of the long fiber production and their availability
and price strongly depend on the demand of the long fibers from the textile industry
and therefore their cost can strongly fluctuate, as it has been demonstrated in the
past few years. In contrast fiber plants such as hemp and kenaf are especifically cultivated
for technical applications and their availability and price is much more stable.
For their application a profound knowledge of the structural and mechanical properties
of the fibers is indispensable. In this work single filament tensile tests on these
two types of natural fibers are carried out. The cross-section area of both fibers, necessary
for the calculation of the tensile properties, was intensively studied using light
microscopy and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) analysis. Because the occurrence
of flaws within the fiber is random in nature, tensile strength data of these fibers
was statistically analyzed using the Weibull distribution. The strengths were estimated
by means of Weibull statistics and then were compared to experimentally
measured strengths.
For a better handling of the material, both kenaf and hemp fibers were manufactured
to needle punched fiber mats. For the impregnation of the natural fiber mats, a Foulard-
process with the thermoset matrix as an aqueous solution was employed. The
reproducibility of this impregnation process was examined. Different matrix Systems with different chemical compositions were applied on the needle punched fiber mats.
The impregnated prepregs were heated and consolidated to components in a onestep-
process. A big advantage of this procedure is the short cycle times, since no
additional pre-heating process is required, in contrast to thermoplastic bonded prepregs.
Additionally, a parameter study of the mechanical properties of the composites
was performed. The best matrix system satisfying the work conditions and properties
of the composites was chosen to carry out the next working step, namely optimization of the compression molding process for the thermoset bonded natural fiber prepregs.
Apart from the material composition of prepregs, general processing parameters
such as temperature, time and pressure play a decisive role for the quality of structures
made of natural fiber reinforced polymers. The impregnated prepregs were
consolidated in a one-step-process to components. A systematic parameter study of
the influence of the relevant process parameters on the characteristics of manufactured
components was performed. Mould temperatures over 200 °C lead to thermal
degradation of the fibers. This temperature should not be exceeded when working
with natural fibers. Furthermore, the composites clearly display a dependence on the
processing pressure. The flexural properties increase with increasing manufacturing
pressures between 15 and 60 bar, reaching a maximum at 60 bar. At higher pressures
(80 to 200 bar) a decrease of the flexural properties is demonstrated. SEM images
of the fracture surface of the composites show that the decrease of the mechanical
properties is related to structural damage of the fiber.
A new technology allowing pressing under vacuum conditions was developed and tested. The press is equipped with a vacuum chamber and achieves very short cycle
processing times (up to less than one minute during the compression molding). The
aspiration connections of the vacuum chamber ensure that the residual moisture and
the condensation products of the matrix chemical reaction could be directly evacuated.
This type of press ensures also very safe processing and working conditions.
The properties of the components fulfill the technical specifications for natural fiber
reinforced polymers for use in the car interior. This versatile composite material is not
only limited to automotive applications, but may also be used for product manufacturing
in other industries. This work shows that the process parameters can be optimized
to fit a particular application.