Experimental and Simulation Studies on Bird Strike Impact of Carbon Fiber Composite Laminates with Different Ply Direction

Composite materials are extensively employed in aircraft due to their high specific strength and stiffness, superior impact resistance, and fatigue performance. Bird strikes can inflict severe damage to critical aircraft components such as the fuselage, engines, and wings, compromising flight safety. Certification regulations mandate that all components must demonstrate a specified level of bird strike resistance prior to aircraft installation. Consequently, this study focuses on carbon fiber composite laminates. By varying impact velocity, impact angle, and ply orientation, it investigates the resulting patterns of bird strike impact behaviors in these composites. The derived patterns provide theoretical reference for further research into the impact mechanics of composite materials subjected to bird strikes.