RZT Publications and Presentations

2021

M. Sorrenti, M. Di Sciuva, A. Tessler: A robust four-node quadrilateral element for laminated composite and sandwich plates based on Refined Zigzag Theory
Computers & Structures, vol. 242:106369, 2021.

2017

M. Dorduncu, E. Madenci, A. Tessler: A three-node flat shell element based on Refined Zigzag Theory
Paper presented at the 3rd International Conference on Mechanics of Composites Bologna, Italy (2017).
R. Groh, A. Tessler: Computationally efficient beam elements for accurate stresses in sandwich laminates and laminated composites with delaminations
Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering , vol. 320, pp. 369-395, 2017.

2015

R. Groh, P. Weaver, A. Tessler: Application of the Refined Zigzag Theory to the Modeling of Delaminations in Laminated Composites
NASA Technical Paper 218808 (2015).
M. Di Sciuva, M. Gherlone, L. Iurlaro, A. Tessler: A class of higher-order C⁰ composite and sandwich beam elements based on the Refined Zigzag Theory
Composite Structures, vol. 132, pp. 784-803, 2015.
L. Iurlaro, M. Gherlone, M. Di Sciuva, A. Tessler: Refined Zigzag Theory for laminated composite and sandwich plates derived from Reissner’s Mixed Variational Theorem
Composite Structures, vol. 133, pp. 809-817, 2015.
A. Tessler: Refined zigzag theory for homogeneous, laminated composite, and sandwich beams derived from Reissner’s mixed variational principle
Meccanica, vol. 50(10), pp. 2621-2648, 2015.
M. Dorduncu, A. Barut, E. Madenci, A. Tessler: A Refined Zigzag Element for Modeling Sandwich Construction with Embedded Stiffeners
Paper presented at the 56th AIAA/ASCE/AHS/ASC Structures, Structural Dynamics, and Materials Conference, Kissimmee, FL (2015).
L. Iurlaro, A. Ascione, M. Gherlone, M. Mattone, M. Di Sciuva: Free vibration analysis of sandwich beams using the Refined Zigzag Theory: an experimental assessment
Meccanica, vol. 50, pp. 2525-2535, 2015.
P. Cerracchio, M. Gherlone, M. Di Sciuva, A. Tessler: A novel approach for displacement and stress monitoring of sandwich structures based on the inverse Finite Element Method
Composite Structures, vol. 127, pp. 69-76, 2015.
P. Cerracchio, M. Gherlone, M. Di Sciuva, A. Tessler: Real-time displacement monitoring of a composite stiffened panel subjected to mechanical and thermal loads
Meccanica, vol. 50(10), pp. 2487–2496, 2015.
A. Tessler: Refined zigzag theory for homogeneous, laminated composite, and sandwich beams derived from Reissner’s mixed variational principle
Meccanica, vol. 50(7), pp. 2621-2648, 2015.
M. Di Sciuva, M. Gherlone, L. Iurlaro, A. Tessler: A class of higher-order C⁰ composite and sandwich beam elements based on the Refined Zigzag Theory
Composite Structures, v. 132(7), pp. 784-803, 2015.

2014

F. Flores: Implementation of the refined zigzag theory in shell elements with large displacements and rotations
Composite Structures, vol. 118, pp. 560–570, 2014.
L. Iurlaro, M. Gherlone, M. Di Sciuva: Bending and free vibration analysis of functionally graded sandwich plates using the Refined Zigzag Theory
Journal of Sandwich Structures and Materials, vol. 16, pp. 669-639, 2014.
D. Versino, M. Gherlone, M. Di Sciuva: Four-node shell element for doubly curved multilayered composites based on the Refined Zigzag Theory
Composite Structures, vol. 118, pp. 392-402, 2014.
Iurlaro L., M. Gherlone, M. Di Sciuva: A comparison of zigzag functions for the bending, vibration and buckling analysis of multilayered composite and sandwich plates
Paper presented at the Proceedings of XI World Congress on Computational Mechanics, vol. 4, pp. 3602-3613, Barcelona, Spain (2014).
Iurlaro L., M. Gherlone, M. Di Sciuva: A mixed cubic zigzag model for multilayered composite and sandwich plates including transverse normal deformability
Paper presented at the Proceedings of XI World Congress on Computational Mechanics, vol. 4, pp. 3614-3625, Barcelona, Spain (2014).
Iurlaro L., M. Gherlone, M. Di Sciuva, A. Tessler: Assessment of the Refined Zigzag Theory for bending, vibration, and buckling of sandwich plates: a comparative study of different theories
Composite Structures, vol. 118, pp. 392-402, 2014.
A. Barut, E. Madenci, A. Tessler: Post-buckling Response of Scarf Repaired Laminates Using a Refined Zigzag Element
Paper presented at the Proceedings of 55th AIAA/SDM conference, Paper No. AIAA-2014, Baltimore, MD (2014).

2013

S. Honda, T. Kumagai, K. Tomihashi, Y. Narita: Frequency maximization of laminated sandwich plates under general boundary conditions using layerwise optimization method with refined zigzag theory
Journal of Sound and Vibration, vol. 332(24), pp. 6451–6462, 2013.
D. Versino, M. Gherlone, M. Mattone, M. Di Sciuva, A. Tessler: C⁰ triangular elements based on the Refined Zigzag Theory for multilayered composite and sandwich plates
Composites Part B: Engineering, vol. 44B(1), pp. 218-230, 2013.
A. Barut, E. Madenci, A. Tessler: Prediction of composite laminate strength properties using a refined zigzag plate element
Paper presented at the Proceedings of 54th AIAA/SDM conference, Paper No. AIAA-2013, Boston, MA (2013).
L. Iurlaro, M. Gherlone, M. Di Sciuva, A. Tessler: A multi-scale refined zigzag theory for multilayered composite and sandwich plates with improved transverse shear stresses
Paper presented at the V International Conference on Computational Methods for Coupled Problems in Science and Engineering, Ibiza, Spain (2013).
L. Iurlaro, M. Gherlone, M. Di Sciuva, A. Tessler: Assessment of the Refined Zigzag Theory for bending, vibrations and buckling of sandwich plates: a comparative study of different theories
Composite Structures, vol. 106, pp. 777-792, 2013.
A. Barut, E. Madenci, A. Tessler: C⁰-continuous triangular plate element for laminated composite and sandwich plates using the {2,2} - Refined Zigzag Theory
Composite Structures, vol. 106, pp.835-853, 2013
M. Gherlone: On the use of zigzag functions in equivalent single layer theories for laminated composite and sandwich beams: A comparative study and some observations on external weak layers
Journal of Applied Mechanics, vol.80, Nov. 2013.
E. Onate: Structural Analysis with the Finite Element Method. Linear Statics. Vol. 2 Beams, Plates and shells,
Chapter 3.16 Zigzag Theories, pp. 119-149, Springer (2013).

2012

A. Tessler, M. Gherlone, D. Versino, M. Di Sciuva,: Analytic and computational perspectives of multi-scale theory for homogeneous, laminated composite, and sandwich beams and plates,
Paper presented at the XI International Conference on Computational Structures Technology, Proceedings on CD, Paper no. 254, Dubrovnik, Croatia, (2012).
E Onate, A. Eijo, S. Oller: Simple and accurate two-noded beam element for composite laminated beams using a refined zigzag theory
Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering, vol. 213–216, pp. 362-382, 2012.
M. Nemeth: Cubic Zig-zag enrichment of the classical Kirchhoff kinematics for laminated and sandwich plates
NASA Technical Paper 217570 (2012).
A. Barut, E. Madenci, A. Tessler: A refined zigzag theory for laminated composite and sandwich plates incorporating thickness stretch deformation
Paper presented at the Proceedings of 53rd AIAA/SDM conference, Paper no. AIAA-2012-1705 (2012).
A. Barut, E. Madenci, A. Tessler: A refined zigzag theory for laminated composite and sandwich plates. 10th International Conference on Sandwich Structures,
Paper presented at the 10th International Conference on Sandwich Structures, Nantes, France (2012).
L. Iurlaro, M. Gherlone, M. Di Sciuva, A. Tessler: Vibration and buckling of sandwich plates using Refined Zigzag Theory,
Paper presented at the 10th International Conference on Sandwich Structures, Nantes, France (2012).

2011

M. Gherlone, A. Tessler, M. Di Sciuva: C⁰ beam elements based on the Refined Zigzag Theory for multilayered composite and sandwich laminates
Composite Structures, vol. 93(11), pp. 2282-2294, 2011.
A. Tessler, M. Di Sciuva, M. Gherlone: A Homogeneous Limit Methodology andRefinements of Computationally Efficient ZigzagTheory for Homogeneous, Laminated Composite, and Sandwich Plates
Numerical Methods for Partial Differential Equations, vol. 27, pp. 208-229, 2009.

2010

E Onate, A. Eijo, S. Oller: Two-noded beam element for composite and sandwich beams using Timoshenko theory and Refined Zigzag Kinematics
Publication CIMNE 346, October 2010.
A. Tessler, M. Di Sciuva, M. Gherlone: A consistent refinement of first-order shear-deformation theory for laminated composite and sandwich plates using improved zigzag kinematics,
Journal of Mechanics of Materials and Structures, vol. 5(2), pp. 341-367, 2010.
A. Tessler, M. Di Sciuva, M. Gherlone: Refined Zigzag Theory for Homogeneous, Laminated Composite, and Sandwich Plates: A Homogeneous Limit Methodology for Zigzag Function Selection
NASA Technical Paper 216214 (2010).
M. Di Sciuva, M. Gherlone, A. Tessler

2009

A. Tessler, M. Di Sciuva, M. Gherlone: A Refined Zigzag Beam Theory for Composite and Sandwich Beams
Journal of Composite Materials, vol. 43(9), pp. 1051-1081, 2009.
A. Tessler, M. Di Sciuva, M. Gherlone: Refined Zigzag Theory for Laminated Composite and Sandwich Plates
NASA Technical Paper 215561, (2009).

2008

A. Tessler, M. Di Sciuva, M. Gherlone: A shear-deformation theory for composite and sandwich plates using improved zigzag kinematics,
Paper presented at the IX International Conference on Computational Structures Technology, Proceedings on CD, Paper no. 30, Athens, Greece (2008).

2007

A. Tessler, M. Di Sciuva, M. Gherlone: Refinement of Timoshenko Beam Theory for Composite and Sandwich Beams Using Zigzag Kinematics
NASA Technical Paper 215086,(2007).
A. Tessler, M. Di Sciuva, M. Gherlone: A refined linear zigzag theory for composite beams: reformulation of zigzag function and shear stress constraints,
Paper presented at the VI International Symposium on Advanced Composites and Applications for the New Millennium, Corfù, Greece (2007).