Structural integrity and failure mechanisms of thermoplastic composite pipes for offshore applications: insights from compressive and flexural testing.
(2025)
Journal Article
OKOLIE, O., FAISAL, N.H., JAMIESON, H., MUKHERJI, A. and NJUGUNA, J. 2025. Structural integrity and failure mechanisms of thermoplastic composite pipes for offshore applications: insights from compressive and flexural testing. Engineering failure analysis [online], 179, article number 109775. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.engfailanal.2025.109775
This research investigates the structural integrity and mechanical behaviour of a thermoplastic composite pipe (TCP) that is particularly used in the offshore energy industry. The TCP offers enhanced strength and high strength-to-weight ratio ideal f... Read More about Structural integrity and failure mechanisms of thermoplastic composite pipes for offshore applications: insights from compressive and flexural testing..