Synopsis

The calculator generates plots of adherend load and bondline shear stress for uniform overlap joints. The solution assumes a linear shear modulus for the adhesive. Because most adhesives are highly nonlinear, this solution is valid for initial loading. Derivation and solution.

Input

Stiffness (EA) of adherend a	Stiffness (EA) of adherend b
Adhesive shear Modulus, G	Adhesive layer thickness, h
Joint length, L	Load, P

Click button for desired boundary condition case

Result

Adherend Load Distribution

Adhesive Shear Stress

Usage Notes

Page History Notes

• Initially placed online Dec. 10, 2001
• Fixed axis label for shear stress plot (12/12/01)
• Known issues or bugs
  • None

Copyright Materials Sciences Corporation, 2001