Multiscale homogenization of multilayered structures

In this paper, the analytical solution of the multiple - step homogenization problem for multi - rank composites with generalized periodicity made of elastic materials is presented. The proposed homogenization scheme is combined with computational homogenization for solving more complex microstructures. Two numerical examples arepresented, concerning a “chevron” composite and a wavy fiber reinforced composite.European Union (European Social Fund ESF) and Greek national funds through the Operational Program ”Education and Lifelong Learning” of the National Strategic Reference Framework (NSRF) - Research Funding Program: Thales