THERMAL ANALYSIS ON FIBER REINFORCED PLASTIC MATRIX COMPOSITE MATERIALS USING ANSYS

Abstract

Thermal analysis is crucial for understanding how composite materials behave under different temperature conditions. It helps in predicting the thermal expansion, conductivity, and potential failure points of the materials. This analysis ensures that the composite materials can withstand operational environments without degrading or losing their structural integrity. Analysis has been carried out with simulation in ANSYS, first, import the geometry of the fiber-reinforced plastic matrix composite material. Next, assign the appropriate material properties, such as thermal conductivity and specific heat, to the different components of the model. Finally, apply boundary conditions, such as temperature or heat flux, and run the simulation to analyze the thermal response of the composite material. FRP composites have low intensity at higher temperatures with the addition of polymers