Multiphysics coupling of hygrothermal diffusion and mechanical response in aged SMC composites

Abir Abdessalem, Slim Ben Elechi, Manar Dhieb, Laboratoire Mécanique de Sousse , Ecole Nationale D, Ingénieurs de Sousse , Université de Sousse, Laboratoire de Génie Mécanique , Ecole Nationale d, Ingénieurs de Monastir , Université de Monastir

Journal of Composite Materials

Published online on November 24, 2025

Abstract

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This study introduces a novel predictive modelling framework for assessing the long-term behaviour of Sheet Molding Compound (SMC) composites subjected to hydrothermal ageing. The originality of this work lies in the integration of moisture diffusion, ...