Finite Element Analysis of Composite Plate Materials Using Ansys

A structural analysis of composite materials was performed using ANSYS Workbench. The study focused on Resin Epoxy, Epoxy Carbon Woven Wet, and Epoxy S-Glass UD Carbon composites. The Composite Analysis (ACP) module within ANSYS Workbench was utilized to evaluate the mechanical performance of these materials. Plates represent critical components in electromechanical systems, where failure can result in substantial manufacturing and repair costs. They are widely employed across industries such as automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing. With technological advancements, metallic plates are increasingly being replaced by composite alternatives due to their superior strength-to-weight ratio. This paper presents a review of various analyses conducted on composite plates. Composite plates demonstrate advantageous properties, including high strength-to-weight ratio, enhanced hardness, durability, and reduced maintenance requirements, positioning them as promising substitutes for conventional metallic plates. A finite element model of a plate with a central hole was developed using ANSYS software to investigate its structural behavior. Key design parameters such as stress distribution and deformation were analyzed to compare the performance of different composite configurations. Furthermore, an APDL (Ansys Parametric Design Language)-based plate model was constructed to facilitate design evaluation and comparative studies.