Punch Shear Damage Mechanisms and Low-Velocity Impact Resistance of CNT/SiO2 Hybrid Nanocomposites

Ömer Faruk Erkendirci

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Punch Shear Damage Mechanisms and Low-Velocity Impact Resistance of CNT/SiO2 Hybrid Nanocomposites

Abstract

Nanocomposites have garnered significant attention in recent years due to their unique properties and extensive applicability across various industrial sectors. In particular, hybrid nanocompositessynthesized by incorporating two or more distinct nanomaterials have emerged as a critical area of research. Key challenges concerning the structural integrity of these materials include low-velocity impact and punch shear damage during penetration and perforation events. This study primarily investigates the low-velocity impact behavior and punch shear damage mechanisms of carbon nanotube (CNT) and silicon dioxide (SiO2) reinforced hybrid nanocomposites. The primary objective is to evaluate the impact penetration resistance and energy dissipation capacities of layered CNT/SiO2 nanocomposites across various laminate configurations (e.g., 3L, 5L, and thicker laminates) utilizing the quasi-static punch shear test (QS-PST) technique. This methodology was employed to analyze the impact resistance and damage evolution of the hybrid nanocomposites under a range of support span-to-punch diameter ratios (SPRs), specifically from 1.33 to 6.67. Furthermore, this research systematically examines penetration resistance forces, displacement limits, structural stiffness, and failure modes, characterizing the extent and mechanics of damage through both mechanical testing and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis. The insights derived from this investigation aim to advance the understanding of structural behaviors in hybrid nanocomposites and stimulate further research in the field.

Keywords

nanocomposites, energy release rate and delemination, impact, mechanical properties, damage analysis

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Ömer Faruk Erkendirci ^*
0000-0002-2044-9708
Türkiye

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May 25, 2026

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March 24, 2026

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May 11, 2026

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Erkendirci, Ö. F. (2026). Punch Shear Damage Mechanisms and Low-Velocity Impact Resistance of CNT/SiO2 Hybrid Nanocomposites. Journal of Dynamics, Energy and Utility, 2(1), 35-45. https://izlik.org/JA85SD67LC

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1.Erkendirci ÖF. Punch Shear Damage Mechanisms and Low-Velocity Impact Resistance of CNT/SiO2 Hybrid Nanocomposites. JDEU. 2026;2(1):35-45. https://izlik.org/JA85SD67LC

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Erkendirci, Ömer Faruk. 2026. “Punch Shear Damage Mechanisms and Low-Velocity Impact Resistance of CNT SiO2 Hybrid Nanocomposites”. Journal of Dynamics, Energy and Utility 2 (1): 35-45. https://izlik.org/JA85SD67LC.

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Erkendirci ÖF (May 1, 2026) Punch Shear Damage Mechanisms and Low-Velocity Impact Resistance of CNT/SiO2 Hybrid Nanocomposites. Journal of Dynamics, Energy and Utility 2 1 35–45.

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[1]Ö. F. Erkendirci, “Punch Shear Damage Mechanisms and Low-Velocity Impact Resistance of CNT/SiO2 Hybrid Nanocomposites”, JDEU, vol. 2, no. 1, pp. 35–45, May 2026, [Online]. Available: https://izlik.org/JA85SD67LC

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Erkendirci, Ömer Faruk. “Punch Shear Damage Mechanisms and Low-Velocity Impact Resistance of CNT SiO2 Hybrid Nanocomposites”. Journal of Dynamics, Energy and Utility 2/1 (May 1, 2026): 35-45. https://izlik.org/JA85SD67LC.

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1.Erkendirci ÖF. Punch Shear Damage Mechanisms and Low-Velocity Impact Resistance of CNT/SiO2 Hybrid Nanocomposites. JDEU. 2026;2:35–45.

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Erkendirci, Ömer Faruk. “Punch Shear Damage Mechanisms and Low-Velocity Impact Resistance of CNT SiO2 Hybrid Nanocomposites”. Journal of Dynamics, Energy and Utility, vol. 2, no. 1, May 2026, pp. 35-45, https://izlik.org/JA85SD67LC.

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1.Ömer Faruk Erkendirci. Punch Shear Damage Mechanisms and Low-Velocity Impact Resistance of CNT/SiO2 Hybrid Nanocomposites. JDEU [Internet]. 2026 May 1;2(1):35-4. Available from: https://izlik.org/JA85SD67LC

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