Data set from a 3D benchmark simulation of delamination in a layered composite component under fatigue loading

This data repository provides the processed data obtained from the benchmark simulation using the method presented in the article entitled "A simulation method for accurate fatigue-driven delamination prediction in 3D analysis of layered structures involving large and arbitrarily shaped fracture process zones" by the same authors. The method is based on a cohesive zone model approach and a Paris' law-based expression describing the crack growth rate. The capabilities of the method are evaluated by comparison of the results obtained from a benchmark test on a partially reinforced double cantilever beam (DCB) specimen with varying crack growth rate and front shape. The experimental work is presented in the article entitled "A simulation method for accurate fatigue-driven delamination prediction in 3D analysis of layered structures involving large and arbitrarily shaped fracture process zones". Experimental data is provided in the Mendeley data set entitled "Experimental data set from a benchmark test of delamination growth with varying crack growth rate and crack front shape under quasi-static and fatigue loading". This data set only contains the simulation results. The test configuration, the methodology and the data processing are addressed in the related articles