Associate Professor Garth Pearce

Associate Professor Garth Pearce

Associate Professor
Engineering
Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering

I am an Associate Professor in the School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, specialising in the mechanics and design of composite structures.

My research exploits both simulation and experiment to explore the multiscale mechanics of composite materials. I investigate the relationships between composite constituents, manufacturing methods, microstructure and structural properties. With this knowledge, my research team build tools to efficiently design composite structures for improved structural integrity, stability and response to extreme conditions.

A strong industry connection is fundamental to my research. I have fostered relationships with organisations across the composites manufacturing sector (Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Omni Tanker) as well as defence and national research organisations (DST Group, ANSTO, German Aerospace Centre). I develop material models and design tools which my partners are using to shorten product develop cycles and reduce design risk.

Phone
+61-2-9385 4127
Location
Ainsworth Building (J17) Level 2, Room 208E Kensington Campus
  • Book Chapters | 2016
    Djukic L; Pearce GM; Hillier W; Crosky A; Bendemra H, 2016, 'Component Form and Manufacture', in Baker A; Scott M (ed.), Composite Materials for Aircraft Structures (3rd Edition), Knovel, http://dx.doi.org/10.2514/5.9781624103261.0153.0226
    Book Chapters | 2015
    Crosky A; Grant C; Kelly D; Legrand X; Pearce G, 2015, '4 Fibre placement processes for composites manufacture', in Advances in Composites Manufacturing and Process Design, Elsevier, pp. 79 - 92, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/b978-1-78242-307-2.00004-x
    Book Chapters | 2015
    Crosky A; Grant C; Kelly D; Legrand X; Pearce G, 2015, 'Fibre placement processes for composites manufacture', in Advances in Composites Manufacturing and Process Design, pp. 79 - 92, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/B978-1-78242-307-2.00004-X
    Book Chapters | 2011
    Pearce GM; Kelly DW; Johnson AF; Thomson RS, 2011, 'Influence of dynamic loading on fastened composite joints', in Camanho P; Tong L (ed.), Composite joints and connections: Principles, modelling and testing, Woodhead Publishing Limited, Cambridge, UK, pp. 257 - 294, http://www.woodheadpublishing.com/en/book.aspx?bookID=2279
    Book Chapters | 2011
    2011, 'Contributor contact details', in Composite Joints and Connections, Elsevier, pp. xi - xiv, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/b978-1-84569-990-1.50020-x
    Book Chapters | 2011
    2011, 'Influence of dynamic loading on fastened composite joints', in Composite Joints and Connections, Elsevier, pp. 257 - 294, http://dx.doi.org/10.1533/9780857094926.1.257
  • Journal articles | 2024
    Bao C; Wang Y; Pearce G; Mushtaq RT; Liu M; Zhao P, 2024, 'In-situ additive manufacturing with lunar regolith for lunar base construction: A review', Applied Materials Today, 41, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.apmt.2024.102456
    Journal articles | 2024
    Laban O; Pearce G; Zhang J; Islam MS; Djukic LP, 2024, 'A comparative study of the cryogenic performance of CFRP composites with polyethersulfone/epoxy blends and electrospun polyethersulfone interleaves', Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing, 178, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesa.2023.108000
    Journal articles | 2024
    Zhang B; Kellermann D; Pearce G, 2024, 'Experimental Characterisation Framework for Laminate Free Edges by Digital Image Correlations and Validation of Numerical Predictions', Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing, 187, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesa.2024.108449
    Journal articles | 2023
    Atthapreyangkul A; Hoffman M; Pearce G; Standard O, 2023, 'Effect of geometrical structure variations on strength and damage onset of cortical bone using multi-scale cohesive zone based finite element method', Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials, 138, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jmbbm.2022.105578
    Journal articles | 2023
    Cai Z; Herath MT; Djukic LP; Rodgers DC; Pearce GMK, 2023, 'Prediction of fluid surge in partially-filled clean-bore and transverse baffled tanks of multiple designs under the United Nations Model Regulations', Ocean Engineering, 267, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.oceaneng.2022.113310
    Journal articles | 2023
    Cai Z; Li Y; Herath MT; Topa A; Djukic LP; Rodgers DC; Yang R; Pearce GMK, 2023, 'Numerical simulation of “sand-like” polymer flow during rotational moulding using smoothed particle hydrodynamics method', Applied Mathematical Modelling, 124, pp. 694 - 712, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.apm.2023.08.013
    Journal articles | 2023
    Kayastha S; Katupitiya J; Pearce G; Rao A, 2023, 'Comparative study of post-impact motion control of a flexible arm space robot', European Journal of Control, 69, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ejcon.2022.100738
    Journal articles | 2023
    Zhang B; Hasanyan AD; Kellermann D; Pearce G, 2023, 'A micropolar modelling framework for interfacial free-edge effects of heterogeneous laminates', Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing, 174, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesa.2023.107703
    Journal articles | 2022
    Al Ghafri SZ; Munro S; Cardella U; Funke T; Notardonato W; Trusler JPM; Leachman J; Span R; Kamiya S; Pearce G; Swanger A; Rodriguez ED; Bajada P; Jiao F; Peng K; Siahvashi A; Johns ML; May EF, 2022, 'Hydrogen liquefaction: a review of the fundamental physics, engineering practice and future opportunities', Energy and Environmental Science, 15, pp. 2690 - 2731, http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/d2ee00099g
    Journal articles | 2022
    Balasubramani NK; Zhang B; Chowdhury NT; Mukkavilli A; Suter M; Pearce GM, 2022, 'Micro-mechanical analysis on random RVE size and shape in multiscale finite element modelling of unidirectional FRP composites', Composite Structures, 282, pp. 115081, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruct.2021.115081
    Journal articles | 2022
    Li X; Brown SA; Joosten MW; Pearce GM, 2022, 'A segment-to-segment cohesive contact network approach for mesoscale composites failure modelling', Composite Structures, 284, pp. 115205, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruct.2022.115205
    Journal articles | 2022
    Li X; Brown SA; Joosten MW; Pearce GM, 2022, 'Tow wise modelling of non-conventional automated fibre placement composites: short beam shear study', Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing, 154, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesa.2021.106767
    Journal articles | 2022
    Matschinski A; Bublitz D; Ihring T; Chen CY; Grandl S; Schneider K; Pearce G; Drechsler K, 2022, 'Optimization of Continuous Fiber Path Planning for an Additively Manufactured Open-Hole Specimen', , 1060 MSF, pp. 127 - 132, http://dx.doi.org/10.4028/p-o3m3cd
    Journal articles | 2022
    Tanulia V; Wang J; Pearce GM; Baker A; Chang P; Gangadhara Prusty B, 2022, 'Experimental and computational assessment of disbond growth and fatigue life of bonded joints and patch repairs for primary airframe structures', International Journal of Fatigue, 159, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ijfatigue.2022.106776
    Journal articles | 2022
    Tanulia V; Wang J; Pearce GM; Baker A; Prusty BG, 2022, 'Computational assessment of disbond growth behaviour in adhesively bonded wide joints or patch repairs for primary airframe structures', Composites Part C: Open Access, 9, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jcomc.2022.100315
    Journal articles | 2022
    Zhang B; Kellermann D; Webb L; O'Shea D; Pearce G, 2022, 'A Continuum-mechanics solution of laminate free edges based on asymmetric stress and strain tensors', Composite Structures, 300, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruct.2022.116112
    Journal articles | 2021
    Atthapreyangkul A; Hoffman M; Pearce G, 2021, 'Effect of geometrical structure variations on the viscoelastic and anisotropic behaviour of cortical bone using multi-scale finite element modelling', Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials, 113, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jmbbm.2020.104153
    Journal articles | 2021
    Cai Z; Topa A; Djukic L; Herath M; Pearce G, 2021, 'Evaluation of rigid body force in liquid sloshing problems of a partially filled tank: Traditional CFD/SPH/ALE comparative study', Ocean Engineering, 236, pp. 109556, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.oceaneng.2021.109556
    Journal articles | 2021
    Islam MS; Benninger LF; Pearce G; Wang CH, 2021, 'Toughening carbon fibre composites at cryogenic temperatures using low-thermal expansion nanoparticles', Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing, 150, pp. 106613, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesa.2021.106613
    Journal articles | 2021
    Li X; Dufty J; Pearce GM, 2021, 'Automation of tow wise modelling for automated fibre placement and filament wound composites', Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing, 147, pp. 106449, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesa.2021.106449
    Journal articles | 2021
    Zhang J; Liu M; Pearce G; Yu Y; Sha Z; Zhou Y; Yuen ACY; Tao C; Boyer C; Huang F; Islam M; Wang CH, 2021, 'Strain stiffening and positive piezoconductive effect of liquid metal/elastomer soft composites', Composites Science and Technology, 201, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compscitech.2020.108497
    Journal articles | 2020
    Garg N; Prusty BG; Ooi ET; Song C; Pearce G; Phillips AW, 2020, 'Application of scaled boundary finite element method for delamination analysis of composite laminates using cohesive zone modelling', Composite Structures, 253, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruct.2020.112773
    Journal articles | 2020
    Tanulia V; Wang J; Pearce GM; Baker A; David M; Prusty BG, 2020, 'A procedure to assess disbond growth and determine fatigue life of bonded joints and patch repairs for primary airframe structures', International Journal of Fatigue, 137, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ijfatigue.2020.105664
    Journal articles | 2020
    Tanulia V; Wang J; Pearce GM; Baker A; David M; Prusty BG, 2020, 'Corrigendum to “A procedure to assess disbond growth and determine fatigue life of bonded joints and patch repairs for primary airframe structures” [Int. J. Fatigue 137 (2020) 105664] (International Journal of Fatigue (2020) 137, (S014211232030195X), (10.1016/j.ijfatigue.2020.105664))', International Journal of Fatigue, 139, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ijfatigue.2020.105773
    Journal articles | 2019
    Chowdhury NT; Balasubramani NK; Pearce GM; Tao C, 2019, 'A multiscale modelling procedure for predicting failure in composite textiles using an enhancement approach', Engineering Failure Analysis, 102, pp. 148 - 159, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.engfailanal.2019.04.013
    Journal articles | 2019
    Chowdhury NT; C T; Pearce GM; Walsh SDC; Latham SJ; Middleton JP; Beeching L; Tao C, 2019, 'Design of an uncontaminated textile CFRP specimen optimised for both mechanical testing and X-ray microtomography', Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing, 123, pp. 208 - 221, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesa.2019.05.001
    Journal articles | 2019
    Jap NSF; Pearce GM; Hellier AK; Russell N; Parr WC; Walsh WR, 2019, 'The effect of raster orientation on the static and fatigue properties of filament deposited ABS polymer', International Journal of Fatigue, 124, pp. 328 - 337, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ijfatigue.2019.02.042
    Journal articles | 2018
    Chowdhury N; Joosten M; Pearce G, 2018, 'An Embedded Meshing Technique (SET) for Analysing Local Strain Distributions in Textile Composites', Composite Structures, 210, pp. 294 - 309, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruct.2018.11.026
    Journal articles | 2018
    Pearce GM; Mukkavilli A; Chowdhury N; Lim SH; Prusty G; Crosky A; Kelly D, 2018, 'Strain Invariant Failure Theory – Part 1: An extensible framework for predicting the mechanical performance of fibre reinforced polymer composites', Composite Structures, 209, pp. 1022 - 1034, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruct.2018.03.084
    Journal articles | 2018
    Yang M; Zhu Y; Fu W; Pearce G; Taylor RA, 2018, 'Linear solar concentrator structural optimization using variable beam cross sections', Journal of Solar Energy Engineering, Transactions of the ASME, 140, pp. 061006, http://dx.doi.org/10.1115/1.4040273
    Journal articles | 2017
    Pearce GM; Tao C; Quek YHE; Chowdhury NT, 2017, 'A modified arcan test for mixed-mode loading of bolted joints in composite structures', Composite Structures, 187, pp. 203 - 211, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruct.2017.12.062
    Journal articles | 2017
    Pei Y; Page JR; Pearce G, 2017, 'Methodologies of Stochastic Simulation for Helicopter Accidents and Nonparametric Evaluation of the Stochastic Responses', International Journal of Crashworthiness, 22, pp. 332 - 346, http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/13588265.2016.1264099
    Journal articles | 2016
    Hellier AK; Prusty ; Pearce GM; Reid M; PARADOWSKA ; SIMONS P, 2016, 'Effect of Ultrasonic Peening on Residual Stresses at a T-Butt Weld Toe', Materials Research Proceedings, 2, pp. 19 - 24, http://dx.doi.org/10.21741/9781945291173-4
    Journal articles | 2016
    Subbaramaiah R; Prusty ; Pearce ; Lim SH; Thomson RS, 2016, 'Crashworthy Response of Fibre Metal Laminate Top Hat Structures', Composite Structures, 160, pp. 773 - 781, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruct.2016.10.112
    Journal articles | 2015
    Kepple J; Herath M; Pearce G; Prusty G; Thomson R; Degenhardt R, 2015, 'Improved stochastic methods for modelling imperfections for buckling analysis of composite cylindrical shells', Engineering Structures, 100, pp. 385 - 398, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.engstruct.2015.06.013
    Journal articles | 2015
    Kepple JI; Herath M; Pearce G; Prusty G, 2015, 'Stochastic analysis of imperfection sensitive composite cylinders using realistic imperfection models', Composite Structures, 126, pp. 159 - 173, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruct.2015.02.063
    Journal articles | 2015
    Lim SH; Prusty G; Pearce G; Kelly DW; Thomson RS, 2015, 'Study of Magnetorheological Fluids towards Smart Energy Absorption of Composite Structures for Crashworthiness', Mechanics of Advanced Materials and Structures, 23, pp. 538 - 544, http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/15376494.2015.1007187
    Journal articles | 2014
    Hou T; Pearce GMK; Prusty BG; Kelly DW; Thomson RS, 2014, 'Pressurised Composite Tubes as Variable Load Energy Absorbers', Composite Structures, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruct.2014.09.060
    Journal articles | 2014
    Pearce GM; Lim S; Sul JH; Prusty BG; Kelly DW, 2014, 'Atoms to Assemblies: A Physics-Based Hierarchical Modelling Approach for Polymer Composite Components', Applied Mechanics and Materials, 553, pp. 41 - 47, http://dx.doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.553.41
    Journal articles | 2014
    Pearce GMK; Hellier AK, 2014, 'A study of dynamic pull-through failure of composite bolted joints using the stacked-shell finite element approach', Composite Structures, 118, pp. 86 - 93, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruct.2014.07.016
    Journal articles | 2013
    Djukic L; Pearce GM; Herszberg I; Bannister MK; Mollenhauer DH, 2013, 'Contrast Enhancement of MicroCT Scans to Aid 3D Modelling of Carbon Fibre Fabric Composites', Applied Composite Materials
    Journal articles | 2013
    Jelwan J; Chowdhury M; Pearce GM, 2013, 'Design for Creep: A Critical Examination of Some Methods', Engineering Failure Analysis, 27, pp. 350 - 372, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.engfailanal.2012.08.022
    Journal articles | 2013
    Pearce GM; Johnson AF; Hellier AK; Thomson RS, 2013, 'A Stacked-Shell Finite Element Approach for Modelling a Dynamically Loaded Composite Bolted Joint Under in-Plane Bearing Loads', Applied Composite Materials, 20, pp. 1025 - 1039, http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10443-013-9316-9
    Journal articles | 2013
    Tran T; Kelly DW; Prusty BG; Pearce GM; Gosse J, 2013, 'A Micromechanical Sub-Modelling Technique for Implementing Onset Theory', Composite Structures, 103, pp. 1 - 8, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruct.2013.03.016
    Journal articles | 2012
    Pearce GM, 2012, 'From Atoms to Aeroplanes', Materials World, 20, pp. 32 - 34, http://search.proquest.com.wwwproxy0.library.unsw.edu.au/docview/1030744766?accountid=12763
    Journal articles | 2011
    Jelwan J; Chowdhury M; Pearce GM, 2011, 'Creep Life Forecasting of Weldment', Journal of Solid Mechanics, 3, pp. 42 - 63, http://www.jsm-iauarak.com/
    Journal articles | 2011
    Jelwan J; Chowdhury M; Pearce GM, 2011, 'Creep life design criterion and its applications to pressure vessel codes', Materials Physics and Mechanics, 11, pp. 157 - 182, http://www.ipme.ru/e-journals/MPM/no_21111/jad_jelwan.pdf
    Journal articles | 2011
    Jelwan J; Pearce GM; Chowdhury M, 2011, 'Integrity Assessment of the Yield Locus under a Plastic Flow for the Failure of Notched Bars Subjected to a Complex Behavior', International Journal of Mechanics and Solids, 6, pp. 85 - 114, http://www.ripublication.com/ijms/ijmsv6n2_3.pdf
    Journal articles | 2011
    Jelwan J; Zarrabi K; Karpour A; Pearce G, 2011, 'High-temperature fracture mechanics: A comprehensive examination with a critical review', Composites:Mechanics,Computations,Applications,An International Journal, 2, pp. 59 - 81, http://www.begellhouse.com/journals/36ff4a142dec9609
    Journal articles | 2011
    Kelly DW; Reidsema C; Bassandeh A; Pearce GM; Lee M, 2011, 'On interpreting load paths and identifying a load bearing topology from finite element analysis', Finite Elements in Analysis and Design, 47, pp. 867 - 876, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.finel.2011.03.007
    Journal articles | 2010
    Pearce GM; Johnson AF; Thomson RS; Kelly DW, 2010, 'Experimental investigation of dynamically loaded bolted joints in carbon fibre composite structures', Applied Composite Materials, 17, pp. 271 - 291, http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10443-009-9120-8
    Journal articles | 2010
    Pearce GM; Johnson AF; Thomson RS; Kelly DW, 2010, 'Numerical investigation of dynamically loaded bolted joints in carbon fibre composite structures', Applied Composite Materials, 17, pp. 329 - 346, http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10443-009-9123-5
  • Conference Papers | 2024
    Laban O; Pearce G; Zhang J; Islam MS, 2024, 'Prediction of discrete crack network formation in composite laminates subjected to cyclic thermomechanical loading conditions', in 11th Australasian Congress on Applied Mechanics, ACAM 2024, pp. 270 - 281
    Reports | 2024
    Pearce G; Joosten M; Tanulia V; Garg N; Kumar A; Forbes Z, 2024, DST Material State Awareness - Final Report
    Conference Presentations | 2024
    Pearce G; Li X; Brown S, 2024, 'Low-velocity impact and compression-after-impact performance of non-conventional automated fibre placement composites', presented at 11th Australasian Conference on Applied Mechanics (ACAM 2024), Brisbane, 07 February 2024 - 09 February 2024, http://dx.doi.org/10.26190/unsworks/30280
    Software / Code | 2022
    Balasubramani N; Pearce G, 2022, Onset App, Abaqus Plugin, Published: 01 May 2022, Software / Code
    Conference Abstracts | 2022
    Islam M; Chang W; Pearce G; Djukic L; Benninger L; Wang C, 2022, 'Multiscale composites for cryogenic liquid hydrogen fuel tank', in PACIFIC POLYMER CONFERENCE (PPC17) 2022, Brisbane, Australia, presented at PACIFIC POLYMER CONFERENCE (PPC17) 2022, Brisbane, Australia, 11 December 2022 - 14 December 2022
    Reports | 2022
    Pearce G; Balasubramani N, 2022, Onset Theory: Pushing the Design Envelope for Textile Composite Structures
    Conference Presentations | 2021
    Balasubramani N; Pearce G; Chowdhury N, 2021, 'Stochastic multiscale failure analysis of textile composite structures using a dehomogenisation approach', presented at 24th International Conference on Composite Structures, FEUP - Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Portugal, 14 June 2021 - 18 June 2021, https://eventi.unibo.it/iccs24
    Reports | 2021
    Cai Z; Djukic L; Herath M; Subbaramaiah R; Pearce G, 2021, Ls-Dyna Setup for SPH model to simulate powder contact time
    Reports | 2020
    Cai Z; Herath T; Djukic L; Subbaramaiah R; Pearce G, 2020, L4 Swap Tank Container ADR/RID Design Report
    Conference Abstracts | 2019
    Balasubramani NK; Chowdhury N; Pearce G, 2019, 'Understanding Failure Initiation Locations in Stochastic Virtual Composite Specimens using a Machine Learning Framework', in 22nd International Conference on Composite Materials, Melbourne, Australia, presented at 22nd International Conference on Composite Materials, Melbourne, Australia, 11 August 2019 - 16 August 2019, http://dx.doi.org/10.26190/unsworks/27288
    Conference Papers | 2019
    Chowdhury N; Georgiadis S; Pearce G, 2019, 'Investigating meso-mechanical failure in composite materials using the Semi-conformal Embedded Technique (SET)', Melbourne, Australia, presented at 18th Australian International Aerospace Congress, Melbourne, Australia, 24 February 2019 - 26 February 2019, http://dx.doi.org/10.26190/unsworks/27204
    Conference Papers | 2019
    Islam M; Pearce G; Djukic L; Benninger L; Wang C, 2019, 'Development of multiscale toughening technique to address the micro-cracking problem of composites at cryogenic temperature', in TWENTY-SECOND INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON COMPOSITE MATERIALS (ICCM22), Melbourne, Australia, presented at TWENTY-SECOND INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON COMPOSITE MATERIALS (ICCM22), Melbourne, Australia, 11 August 2019 - 16 August 2019, http://dx.doi.org/10.26190/unsworks/27381
    Conference Papers | 2019
    Kelly D; Pearce G; Schroder-Turner K, 2019, 'Correction: Plotting Load Paths from Finite Element Stress Results for Aerospace Structures', in AIAA Scitech 2019 Forum, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, presented at AIAA Scitech 2019 Forum, http://dx.doi.org/10.2514/6.2019-0509.c1
    Conference Papers | 2019
    Kelly D; Pearce G; Schroder-Turner K, 2019, 'Plotting of load paths from finite element stress results for aerospace structures', in AIAA Scitech 2019 Forum, http://dx.doi.org/10.2514/6.2019-0509
    Conference Presentations | 2019
    Pearce G; Chowdhury N; Tao C, 2019, 'DAMAGE CHARACTERISATION IN TEXTILE COMPOSITES: A COMPARISON BETWEEN NEUTRON AND X-RAY TOMOGRAPHY', presented at TWENTY-SECOND INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON COMPOSITE MATERIALS (ICCM22), Melbourne, 11 August 2019, http://dx.doi.org/10.26190/unsworks/28320
    Conference Presentations | 2019
    Pearce G, 2019, 'Design of a Linerless Carbon Fibre Composite Pressure Vessel for Cryogenic Fuel Tank Applications', presented at Hydrogen Liquefaction and Storage Symposium, University of Western Australia, Perth, 26 September 2019 - 27 September 2019, http://dx.doi.org/10.26190/unsworks/27408
    Conference Papers | 2019
    Tanulia V; Wang J; Pearce GM; Baker A; David M; Gangadhara Prusty B; Prusty G, 2019, 'Disbond growth assessment for bonded joints and patch repairs of primary airframe structures', in ICCM International Conferences on Composite Materials
    Conference Papers | 2018
    Kayastha S; Katupitiya J; Pearce G, 2018, 'Control of a Space Robot with Flexible Manipulator using Generalized Decoupling Technique', Wuhan, China, presented at International Conference on Robotics and Automation Sciences, Wuhan, China, 23 June 2018 - 25 June 2018
    Conference Papers | 2018
    Kayastha S; Shi L; Katupitiya J; Pearce G, 2018, 'Post-impact Motion Control of a Space Robot with Flexible Manipulator', Singapore, presented at The 15th International Conference on Control, Automation, Robotics and Vision, ICARCV 2018, Singapore, 18 November 2018 - 21 November 2018
    Conference Papers | 2018
    Pearce G; Howlin P; Kellermann D, 2018, 'Longitudinal Program Analytics - Interventions, quality assurance, credentialing and employability', in UNSW Engineering Education Showcase 2018, UNSW, presented at UNSW Engineering Education Showcase 2018, UNSW, 19 July 2018
    Conference Papers | 2017
    Chowdhury NT; Pearce G, 2017, 'A comparison of meshing techniques used for modelling composite materials at the meso-mechanical level', in 9th Australasian Congress on Applied Mechanics, ACAM 2017
    Conference Papers | 2017
    Chowdhury NT; Pearce G, 2017, 'Preliminary observations on the architecture of textile composites using micro-Xray-CT', in Preliminary observations on the architecture of textile composites using micro-Xray-CT, Xian, China, presented at ICCM 21, Xian, China, 20 August 2017 - 25 May 2018, http://www.iccm-central.org/Proceedings/ICCM21proceedings/papers/3688.pdf
    Conference Papers | 2017
    Chowdhury NT; pearce G, 2017, 'Sensitivity of Orthotropic Material Parameters used within the Strain Invariant Failure Theory', in ICCM International Conferences on Composite Materials, Xian, China, presented at ICCM 21, Xian, China, 20 August 2017 - 25 August 2017
    Conference Papers | 2017
    Kayastha S; Katupitiya J; Pearce G, 2017, 'A length offset based model for trajectory tracking of two-link planar robot arms', UNSW, presented at ACAM9, UNSW, 27 November 2017 - 29 November 2017
    Conference Papers | 2017
    Kayastha S; Shi L; Katupitiya JAY; Pearce GARTH, 2017, 'Nonlinear Model Predictive Control of a Planar Three-link Space Manipulator', Gold Coast, presented at The 2017 Asian Control Conference, Gold Coast, 17 December 2017 - 20 December 2017
    Conference Papers | 2017
    Mukkavilli A; Pearce G; Chowdhury NT; Crosky A, 2017, 'Predicting the effect of temperature on matrix cracking in thermoset matrix composites using a strain invariant approach', in Proceedings, International Conference on Composite Materials ICCM 21, Xian, China, presented at ICCM 21, Xian, China, 20 August 2017 - 25 August 2017, http://www.iccm-central.org/Proceedings/ICCM21proceedings/papers/3764.pdf
    Conference Presentations | 2017
    Pearce GM; Chowdhury N; Mukkavilli , 2017, 'Multi-scale Modelling for Textile Composites using an Efficient Hierarchical Framework', presented at 9th Australasian Congress on Applied Mechanics (ACAM 9), UNSW, Sydney, Australia, 27 November 2017 - 29 November 2017, http://dx.doi.org/10.26190/unsworks/26649
    Conference Papers | 2017
    Pearce GM; Tao C; Quek YHE, 2017, 'A Modified Arcan Test for Mixed-Mode Loading of Bolted Joints in Composite Structures', in ICCM International Conferences on Composite Materials, Xi'an, China, presented at ICCM21, Xi'an, China, 20 August 2017, http://dx.doi.org/10.26190/unsworks/27900
    Conference Papers | 2017
    Pearce GM, 2017, 'A Scaffolded Peer-Assessment Model for Individual Research Activities', in UNSW Engineering Education Showcase, UNSW, Sydney, Australia, presented at UNSW Engineering Education Showcase, UNSW, Sydney, Australia, 08 June 2017 - 08 June 2017
    Conference Papers | 2017
    Vo NNV; Pearce G; Crosky A, 2017, 'Damage Development in Fibre Reinforced Polymer Composites', in Proceedings, 11th International Conference on Composite Science and Technology, Sharjah, UAE, presented at 11th International Conference on Composite Science and Technology, Sharjah, UAE, 04 April 2017 - 06 April 2017
    Conference Papers | 2017
    Yang M; Zhu Y; Fu W; Pearce G; Taylor R, 2017, 'Solar Concentrator Design Optimization Using Variable Cross Section Beams', Bellevue, WA, USA, presented at ASME 2017 Summer Heat Transfer Conference, Bellevue, WA, USA, 09 July 2017 - 14 July 2017, https://www.asme.org/events/shtc?_ga=1.141504561.2056140069.1484622051
    Conference Papers | 2017
    Yang M; Zhu Y; Fu W; Pearce G; Taylor RA, 2017, 'Solar concentrator structural optimization: A variable beam cross section design', in ASME 2017 Heat Transfer Summer Conference, HT 2017, Bellevue, Washington, USA, presented at ASME 2017 Heat Transfer Summer Conference, Bellevue, Washington, USA, 09 July 2017 - 12 July 2017, http://dx.doi.org/10.1115/HT2017-5082
    Conference Papers | 2016
    Friedrich L; Lyssakow P; Pearce GM; Ruess M; Bisagni C; Schröder K-U, 2016, 'On the Structural Design of Imperfection Sensitive Laminated Composite Shell Structures Subjected to Axial Compression', in ECCOMAS Congress 2016 - Proceedings of the 7th European Congress on Computational Methods in Applied Sciences and Engineering, Crete Island, Greece, presented at ECCOMAS Congress 2016, Crete Island, Greece, 05 June 2016 - 10 June 2016
    Conference Presentations | 2016
    Hellier AK; Prusty BG; Pearce GM; Reid M; Paradowska AM; Simons P, 2016, 'Effect of Ultrasonic Peening on Residual Stresses at a T-Butt Weld Toe', presented at ICRS-10, 10th International Conference on Residual Stresses, Brighton Novotel, Sydney, Australia, 03 July 2016 - 07 July 2016, http://dx.doi.org/10.131401/RG.2.2.23738.39362
    Conference Presentations | 2016
    Hellier AK; Prusty BG; Pearce GM; Reid M; Paradowska AM, 2016, 'Effect of Ultrasonic Peening on Fatigue Crack Propagation from a Weld Toe', presented at IIW2016, 69th International Institute of Welding Annual Assembly and International Conference, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, Melbourne, Australia, 10 July 2016 - 15 July 2016, http://dx.doi.org/10.13140/RG.2.2.23109.24807
    Conference Papers | 2016
    Hellier AK; Prusty G. ; Pearce G. ; Reid M; Paradowska A; Prusty G; Pearce G, 2016, 'Effect of Ultrasonic Peening on Fatigue Crack Propagation from a Weld Toe', in Proceedings of the 69th IIW ANNUAL ASSEMBLY AND INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE, INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF WELDING, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, Melbourne, Australia, presented at IIW2016, 69TH IIW ANNUAL ASSEMBLY AND INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, Melbourne, Australia, 10 July 2016 - 15 July 2016, http://dx.doi.org/10.13140/RG.2.2.23109.24807
    Conference Papers | 2016
    Taylor R; Tsafnat N; Pearce G; Otanicar T, 2016, 'Student Engagement in the Digital Age: A Review of Effective Teaching within Limited Physical Contact Hours', in Proceedings of the 27th Australasian Association for Engineering Education (AAEE) Annual Conference, Coffs Harbour, presented at 27th Australasian Association for Engineering Education (AAEE) Annual Conference, Coffs Harbour, 04 December 2016 - 07 December 2016, http://scu.edu.au/aaee2016/
    Conference Papers | 2015
    Gould C; Pearce GM, 2015, 'Intermediate failure of bolted joints in composite materials', Engineers Australia, Melbourne, Australia, pp. 231 - 236, presented at AIAC16: 16th Australian International International Aerospace Congress, Melbourne, Australia, 23 February 2015 - 24 February 2015
    Conference Papers | 2015
    Kepple JI; Herath M; Pearce G; Prusty G, 2015, 'Stochastic analysis of imperfection sensitive composite cylinders using realistic imperfection models', in Degenhardt R (ed.), Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Buckling and Postbuckling Behaviour of Composite Laminated Shell Structures, Braunschweig, presented at 3rd International Conference on Buckling and Postbuckling Behaviour of Composite Laminated Shell Structures, Braunschweig, 25 March 2015 - 27 March 2015
    Conference Papers | 2015
    Lim S-H; Pearce GM; Kelly D; Prusty G; Crosky A, 2015, 'Application of Onset Theory to Onset of Transverse Cracking in Fabric Composites', in Thomsen OT; Berggreen C; Sorensen BF (eds.), ICCM International Conferences on Composite Materials, AALBORG UNIV PRESS, Copenhagen, Denmark, presented at 20th International Conference on Composite Materials, Copenhagen, Denmark, 19 July 2015 - 24 July 2015, http://dx.doi.org/10.26190/unsworks/25778
    Conference Presentations | 2015
    Pearce GM; Gould C, 2015, 'Design and implementation of an ARCAN-style test rig for off-axis testing of bolted joints in composite laminates', presented at 18th International Conference on Composite Structures, Lisbon, Portugal, 15 June 2015 - 18 June 2015
    Conference Presentations | 2015
    Pearce GM, 2015, 'Bearing Failure Prediction for Hybrid Bolted-Bonded Composite Joints using Onset Theory', presented at 18th International Conference on Composite Structures, Lisbon, Portugal, 15 June 2015 - 18 June 2015
    Conference Papers | 2015
    Pei Y; Page J; Pearce G, 2015, 'A Methodology of Integrating Convex Hull into Data Mining for Simulation of Helicopter Autorotation', in Proceedings of 16th International Aerospace Congress, RMIT Informit, presented at the 16th Australian International Aerospace Congress., 23 February 2015 - 24 February 2015, http://search.informit.com.au/documentSummary;dn=255331735566846;res=IELENG
    Conference Papers | 2015
    Pei Y; Page J; Pearce G, 2015, 'Validating Airframe Simulation Model of R22 Helicopter by Using Crashworthiness Standards', in Monaghan M (ed.), Adelaide, South Australia, presented at SimTecT 2015 - Asia Pacific Simulation Training Conference and Exhibition, Adelaide, South Australia, 17 August 2015 - 21 August 2015
    Conference Papers | 2015
    Pei Y; page JOHN; pearce GARTH, 2015, 'Investigation of Stochastic Simulation into Helicopter Structural Crash after Autorotation Scenarios', in 7th Asia-Pacific International Symposium on Aerospace Technology, RMIT informit database, Cairns, Queensland, presented at 7th Asia-Pacific International Symposium on Aerospace Technology, Cairns, Queensland, 25 November 2015 - 27 November 2015
    Reports | 2015
    Prusty G; McCarthy T; Ojeda R; White T; Pearce G; Mashiri F; Doh J-H; Marcus N; Burton L; Meyer J; Ford R; James M, 2015, The Virtual Workshop: An on-line adaptive resource for engineering and architecture - Final Report 2015
    Conference Papers | 2014
    Hou T; David M; Prusty BG; Pearce G; Kelly D; Thomson R; Toso N, 2014, 'Experimental and numerical investigation of composite energy absorbers using variable load concept', in 40th European Rotorcraft Forum 2014, Southampton, UK, pp. 963 - 974, presented at 40th European Rotorcraft Forum 2014, Southampton, UK, 02 September 2014 - 05 September 2014
    Conference Papers | 2014
    Hou T; David M; Prusty G; Pearce G; Kelly D; Thomson R, 2014, 'Impact tests and simulations of crashworthy composite structures using Variable Load Concent', in Annual Forum Proceedings - AHS International, pp. 1557 - 1568
    Reports | 2014
    Kelly D; Crosky A; Gosse J; Pearce GM; Lim SH; Prusty G; Christensen S; Georgiadis S, 2014, Experimental Validation of the Strain Invariant Failure Theory for Carbon/Epoxy Composites, LP100200607
    Conference Papers | 2014
    Kepple J; Prusty BG; Pearce GM; Kelly D, 2014, 'Improved Methods for Modelling Imperfections for Buckling Analysis of Composite Cylindrical Shells', in Proceedings of the 29th Congress of the International Council of the Aeronautical Sciences, St Petersburg, Russia, presented at 29th Congress of the International Council of the Aeronautical Sciences (ICAS 2014), St Petersburg, Russia, 07 September 2014 - 12 September 2014, http://www.icas.org/ICAS_ARCHIVE/
    Conference Papers | 2014
    Pei Y; Page J , 2014, 'Analysis of Monte-Carlo Simulation on Helicopter Accidents Caused by Engine Failure', Adelaide, Australia, presented at Asia-Pacific Simulation Training Conference and Exhibition (SimTect2014), Adelaide, Australia, 25 August 2014 - 29 August 2014
    Conference Papers | 2013
    Autori C; Crosky A; Pearce G; Kelly D, 2013, 'Characterisation of Dilatation using Fractography', in Ferreira A (ed.), Porto, Portugal, presented at 17th International Conference on Composite Structures (ICCS17), 17 June 2013 - 21 June 2013
    Conference Papers | 2013
    Hou T; Prusty BG; Pearce GM; Kelly D; Thomson RS, 2013, 'A NOVEL VARIABLE LOAD ENERGY ABSORBING COMPOSITE COMPONENT FOR IMPROVING HELICOPTER CRASHWORTHINESS', in SAMPE EUROPE TECHNICAL CONFERENCE AND TABLE TOP EXHIBITION. 8TH 2013. (SETEC 13) NOVEL ASPECTS IN COMPOSITE TECHNOLOGIES: FROM FIBRE TO LIGHTWEIGHT STRUCTURES, Wuppertal, Germany, presented at SAMPE Europe SETEC 13 Conference, Wuppertal, Germany, 11 September 2013 - 12 September 2013
    Conference Papers | 2013
    Hou T; Prusty G; Pearce GM; Kelly D; Thomson RS, 2013, 'Experimental Investigation on Energy Absorbing Pressurised Composite Tubes', in Proceedings International Conference on Composite Materials 2013 (ICCM-19), Montreal, Canada, presented at 19th International Conference on Composite Materials, Montreal, Canada, 29 July 2013 - 02 August 2013
    Conference Papers | 2013
    Kepple J; Prusty BG; Pearce GM; Kelly DW; Thomson RS; Degenhardt R, 2013, 'INFLUENCE OF IMPERFECTIONS ON AXIAL BUCKLING LOAD OF COMPOSITE CYLINDRICAL SHELLS', in Proceedings of the 19th International Conference on Composite Materials, Montreal, Canada, presented at 19th International Conference on Composite Materials, Montreal, Canada, 28 July 2013 - 02 August 2013
    Conference Papers | 2013
    Lim S; Pearce GM; Kelly DW; Prusty BG; Crosky A, 2013, 'New Developments in Onset Theory for Onset of Resin Failure in Fibre Reinforced Composites', Montreal, Canada, presented at 19th International Conference on Composite Materials (ICCM19), 28 July 2013 - 02 August 2013
    Conference Papers | 2013
    Lim SH; Pearce G; Tran T; Kelly D, 2013, 'New Developments for Application of Onset Theory to Unidirectional and Fabric Laminates', in Proceedings of the 17th International Conference on Composite Structures, ICCS17, Porto, Portugal, presented at 17th International Conference on Composite Structures, Porto, Portugal, 17 June 2013 - 21 June 2013
    Conference Papers | 2013
    Pearce G; Kelly D; Lim S, 2013, 'Application of a Damage Mechanics Algorithm Based on Critical Strain Invariants to Progressive Failure of a [0/90]s Specimen', in Ferreira A (ed.), Porto, Portugal, presented at 17th International Conference on Composite Structures (ICCS17)
    Conference Papers | 2013
    Pearce GM; Lim SH; Sul JH; Prusty BG; Kelly DW, 2013, 'Atoms to Assemblies: A Physics-Based Hierarchical Modelling Approach for Polymer Composite Components', Sydney, Australia, presented at 1st Australasian Conference on Computational Mechanics, Sydney, Australia, 03 October 2013 - 04 October 2013
    Conference Papers | 2013
    Subbaramaiah R; Prusty BG; Pearce G; Lim SH; Kelly D; Thomson R, 2013, 'RUBBER PAD FORMING OF GLARE CRUCIFORM USING NUMERICAL AND EXPERIMENTAL ANALYSIS', in Proceedings International Conference on Composite Materials 2013 (ICCM-19), Montreal, Canada, presented at 19th International Conference on Composite Materials (ICCM19), Montreal, Canada, 28 July 2013 - 02 August 2013
    Conference Papers | 2012
    Bassandeh A; Pearce GM; Kelly DW, 2012, 'Identifying Load Paths from Finite Element Analysis with Application to Reinforcement of Membrane Structures', in Gu Y; Saha SC (ed.), Proceedings of 4th International Conference on Computational Mechanics, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Queensland, presented at 4th International Conference on Computational Method, Gold Coast, Australia, 25 November 2012 - 28 November 2012
    Conference Papers | 2012
    Crosky AG; Kelly DW; Pearce GM; Lim SH, 2012, 'Damage Development Ahead of Arrested Cracks in a Strain Gradient in Unidirectional Fibre Reinforced Plastic Composites', in Ferreira A; Carrera E (ed.), Proceedings of the International Conference on Mechanics of Nano, Micro and Macro Composite Structures, Torino, Italy, presented at International Conference on Mechanics of Nano, Micro and Macro Composite Structures, Torino, Italy, 18 June 2012 - 20 June 2012, http://paginas.fe.up.pt/~icnmmcs/abstracts/196.pdf
    Conference Papers | 2012
    Hou T; Pearce GM; Prusty BG; Lim SH; Kelly DW; Thomson RS, 2012, 'Experimental Development and Analysis of an Active Crushing Element Using Pressurized Composite Tubes', in ICAS 2012 CD-ROM PROCEEDINGS, Optimage Ltd. on behalf of the International Council of the Aeronautical Sciences, UK, pp. 1 - 8, presented at 28th International Congress of the Aeronautical Sciences, Brisbane, Australia, 23 September 2012 - 28 September 2012
    Conference Papers | 2012
    Kepple J; Prusty BG; Pearce GM; Kelly DW; Thomson RS, 2012, 'A New Multi-Objective Robust Optimisation Methodology', in Proceedings of 7th Australasian Congress of Applied Mechanics, Engineers Australia, Canberra ACT, pp. 1 - 10, presented at 7th Australasian Congress of Applied Mechanics, Adelaide, 09 December 2012 - 12 December 2012
    Conference Papers | 2012
    Lim SH; Prusty BG; Pearce GM; Kelly DW; Thomson RS, 2012, 'Directional Enhancement of Composite Structures Energy Absorption Using Magnetorheological Fluids', in ICAS 2012 CD-ROM PROCEEDINGS, Optimage Ltd. on behalf of the International Council of the Aeronautical Sciences, UK, pp. 1 - 9, presented at 28th International Congress of the Aeronautical Sciences, Brisbane, Australia, 23 September 2012 - 28 September 2012
    Conference Papers | 2012
    Pearce GM; Kelly DW, 2012, 'Bearing Failure Prediction for Composite Pin-Loaded Holes and Bolted Joints Using Onset Theory', in Proceedings of the International Conference on Mechanics of Nano, Micro and Macro Composite Structures, Politechnico di Torino, Torino, Italy, presented at International Conference on Mechanics of Nano, Micro and Macro Composite Structures, Torino, Italy, 18 June 2012 - 20 June 2012, http://paginas.fe.up.pt/~icnmmcs/abstracts/113.pdf
    Conference Papers | 2012
    Pearce GM; Kelly DW, 2012, 'Pull-through Failure Prediction for Composite Bolted Joints Using Onset Theory', in Marino Q (ed.), Proceedings of the 15th European Conference on Composite Materials, 15th European Conference on Composite Materials, Venice, pp. 1 - 8, presented at 15th European Conference on Composite Materials, Venice, 24 June 2012 - 28 June 2012
    Conference Papers | 2012
    Pearce GM; Page JR; Kealy J, 2012, 'Development of Stochastic Methods for Helicopter Crash Simulation', in SimTecT 2012: Simulation - Integrated Solutions, Simulation Australia Ltd, Australia, pp. 1 - 6, presented at Asia-Pacific Simulation Training Conference and Exhibition, Adelaide Convention Centre, Adelaide, 18 June 2012 - 20 June 2012
    Conference Papers | 2012
    Subbaramaiah R; Prusty BG; Pearce GM; Lim SH; Kelly DW; Thomson RS, 2012, 'A Feasibility Study for Multimaterial Retrofittable Energy Absorbing Structure for Aged Helicopter Subfloor', in ICAS 2012 CD-ROM PROCEEDINGS, Optimage Ltd. on behalf of the International Council of the Aeronautical Sciences, UK, pp. 1 - 8, presented at 28th International Congress of the Aeronautical Sciences, Brisbane, Australia, 23 September 2012 - 28 September 2012
    Conference Papers | 2012
    Tran T; Kelly DW; Prusty BG; Pearce GM; Gosse J, 2012, 'A Micromechanical Sub-Modelling Technique for Implementing Onset Theory', in Proceedings of the International Conference on Mechanics of Nano, Micro and Macro Composite Structures, Politechnico di Torino, Torino, Italy, presented at International Conference on Mechanics of Nano, Micro and Macro Composite Structures, Torino, Italy, 18 June 2012 - 20 June 2012, http://paginas.fe.up.pt/~icnmmcs/abstracts/189.pdf
    Conference Papers | 2012
    Tran T; Simkins D; Lim SH; Kelly DW; Pearce GM; Prusty BG; Gosse J; Christensen S, 2012, 'Application of a Scalar Strain-Based Damage Onset Theory to the Failure of a Complex Composite Specimen', in Grant I (ed.), ICAS 2012 CD-ROM PROCEEDINGS, Optimage Ltd. on behalf of the International Council of the Aeronautical Sciences, UK, presented at 28th Congress of the International Council of the Aeronautical Sciences, Brisbane, 23 September 2012 - 28 September 2012
    Conference Papers | 2011
    Kelly D; Pearce GM; Ip M; Bassandeh A, 2011, 'Plotting Load Paths from Vectors of Finite Element Stress Results', in NAFEMS World Congress 2011, Boston USA, presented at NAFEMS World Congress 2011, Boston USA, 23 May 2011 - 26 May 2011, http://dx.doi.org/10.26190/unsworks/26407
    Conference Papers | 2011
    Pearce GM; Djukic LP; Johnson AF; Thomson RS, 2011, 'Application of CT Scanning to Investigate the Failure of Carbon Fibre Composite Bolted Joints', in Third Asia-Pacific International Symposium on Aerospace Technology, AIAC14 Congress Committee (Electronic), Melbourne, Australia, pp. 1 - 10, presented at 3rd Asia-Pacific International Symposium on Aerospace Technology, Melbourne, Australia, 28 February 2011 - 03 March 2011, http://www.aiac14.com/
    Conference Papers | 2011
    Pearce GM; Page JR; Sammons P; Subbaramaiah R; Prusty BG, 2011, 'Crash Investigation using Integrated Flight Simulation and Finite Element Modelling', in SimTecT 2011, Simulation Australia, Rundle Mall, South Australia, pp. 82 - 85, presented at Asia-Pacific Simulation and Training Conference and Exhibition, Melbourne, Australia, 31 May 2011 - 02 June 2011
    Conference Papers | 2011
    Tran T; Kelly DW; Prusty BG; Pearce GM, 2011, 'Micromechanical Modelling of Test Specimens for Onset of Dilatational Damage of Polymer Matrix in Composite Materials', in Lee WI (ed.), Proceedings of the Eighteenth International Conference on Composite Materials, The Korean Society for Composite Materials, Seoul, Korea, pp. Electronic Publishing, presented at 18th International Conference on Composite Materials, Jeju,Korea, 21 August 2011 - 26 August 2011, http://www.iccm-central.org/Conferences.html
    Theses / Dissertations | 2010
    Pearce GM, 2010, High strain-rate behaviour of bolted joints in carbon fibre composite structures, http://handle.unsw.edu.au/1959.4/44593
    Conference Papers | 2009
    Pearce GM; Djukic LP; Wootton RJ; Kelly DW, 2009, 'Application of SIFT to micro-cracking and lug failure.', in Love D (ed.), 13th Australian International Aerospace Congress (AIAC13) - Thirteenth Australian Aeronautical Conference, Engineers Australia, Australia, pp. 1 - 12, presented at 13th Australian International Aerospace Congress (AIAC13), Melbourne, Australia, 09 March 2009 - 12 March 2009
    Conference Papers | 2008
    Johnson AF; Pearce GM; Thomson RS; Kelly DW, 2008, 'Experimental Techniques and Data Acquisition for High-Rate Loading of Composite Joints and Structures', Dayton, OH, USA, presented at 4th International Conference on Composites Testing and Model Identification, Dayton, OH, USA, 20 October 2008 - 22 October 2008, http://academic.udayton.edu/stevendonaldson/presentations/Garth%20Pearce.pdf
    Conference Presentations | 2008
    Pearce GM; Johnson AF; Thomson RS; Kelly DW, 2008, 'Experimental Investigation of a Simple Composite Structure including Loading Rate Effects', presented at Composites CRC and Composites Australia Conference and Exhibition, Melbourne, Victoria, 13 March 2008 - 14 March 2008
    Reports | 2008
    Pearce GM, 2008, Modelling Riveted Joints in Composite Structures, DLR - Institute for Structures and Design, DLR-IB 435 - 2008/4
    Conference Presentations | 2007
    Pearce GM; Thomson RS; Kelly DW; Johnson AF, 2007, 'High Strain-Rate Response of Fastened Carbon Fibre Composite Joints in Composite Structures', presented at ECCOMAS Thematic Conference Mechanical Response of Composites, Porto, Portugal, 12 September 2007 - 14 September 2007

Neutron Tomography of Bolted Joint in CFRP

Multiscale Modelling of Composite Materials and Structures

Strength prediction in composite materials is fundamentally linked to the mechanics of their micro- and meso-structures. My research widens the design envelope for composite materials by combining interdisciplinary theoretical, analytical, numerical and experimental approaches.

I have delivered advances in tomographic visualisation, simulation and analysis of textile composite structures. My group pioneered novel approaches to visualise damage evolution in multi-material composite systems, such as fibre metal laminates using X-ray and neutron tomography.

Filament Wound Tanks

Automated Manufacture of Advanced Composites

I am a Chief Investigator of an ARC Training Centre for Automated Manufacture of Advanced Composites (AMAC). My project has developed novel modelling strategies for the complex geometric discontinuities in AFP and filament wound structures and enabled optimisation of AFP manufacturing processes.

LH2 Prototype Tank

Composite Vessels for Dangerous Goods Transport

With research partners Omni Tanker and Lockheed Martin, I have developed simulation and analysis tools for the development of CFRP dangerous goods transport vessels (Type IV and V) for room temperature and cryogenic applications. I have been involved in the design and development of three commercial transport vessels for export markets and prototype linerless cryogenic hydrogen vessels. Integral surge protection technology developed with Omni Tanker has been certified and deployed across multiple product lines in global markets.

Crashworthiness and Dynamic Failure of Composites

I have extensive experience with high-rate failure modes of composite structures, both experimentally and in simulation. Projects have included high-rate failure of bolted joints in CFRP laminates, crushing of Fibre Metal Laminates (FMLs) and variable load composite energy absorbers.

Fibre Metal Laminate crushing

Dynamic Bearing

 

Impact on Industry Products and Processes

Research translation is fundamental to my research objectives. Wherever possible, I strive to apply my work to real industry challenges.

My team have developed a plugin for Abaqus finite element software which encodes the main theoretical findings of the two consecutive linkage grants into a parametrizable user interface.

My research and research supervision have contributed to the design and development of three Omni Tanker products and $1M in grant success for this Australian SME. The first trial collaboration, an AMSI Internship, led to the development of the L4 Mini Tank and the long-term employment of the PhD intern at Omni Tanker. I was then invited for sabbatical in 2018, when I led engineering design efforts for the layout, shell and crash protection for the US Road Tanker which included using innovative software tools developed in my team. This product has just left development and the first units have been launched in the United States. During the same secondment, I wrote a successful proposal for a $1M Global Innovation Linkages (GIL) grant to develop two new products.

UN Model Regulations for Dangerous Goods Transport

Omni Tanker are leading a UN panel to redevelop the UN Model Regulations for Dangerous Goods Transport Vessels to incorporate improved regulation of composite vessels. My research expertise (composite failure theories, strength and damage characterisation, composite manufacturing, etc) has contributed to Omni Tanker’s accepted draft proposal to this panel. The UN Model Regulations, once formally ratified, will promulgate to many international jurisdictions and will govern the regulation of composite dangerous goods vessels into the coming decades.

My Research Supervision

I have projects in the following areas:

  • Modelling textile composites from advanced tomography
  • Micromechanics of composite degradation and failure
  • CFRP cryogenic liquid tanks for Hydrogen transport
  • Lifetime assessment of bonded patch repairs
  • The manufacturing of aerospace components using AFP: a study of materials, in-process defects and failure analysis
  • A tow-wise modelling approach for non-traditional AFP laminates
  • A novel continuum mechanics approach for the interfacial response of orthotropic composite materials
  • CFRP antarctic wind turbine

My Teaching

I am Deputy Head of School (Education) for Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at UNSW.

I convene high level disciplinary and elective courses in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. My courses encourage research, open-ended problem solving, critical thinking, as well as personal and peer reflection.

I currently teach:

  • Finite Element Methods
  • Aerospace Structures
  • Composite Cryotanks (Vertically Integrated Project)