The objective of this work is to a) generate robust and physically reasonable Abaqusbased FEA solutions to model multi-step damage processes in laminated composite materials and structures and b) demonstrate their efficiency on representative examples. The examples are focused on scenarios of composites with complex networks of multiple interlaminar damages. Computational implementation is based on cohesive zone modeling approach allowing one to model both damage initiation and growth. Demonstration of computational robustness is shown on cases with increased levels of complexity starting with single damage statements, then with multiple damages, and finally, with probabilistic statements assuming statistical variability of properties representing different damage paths.
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