Thickness/OD and Strength Relationship
Selections will be made for mechanical properties that satisfied the OD of 1.5" to 2" (32 to 50 mm) and variable thickness.
The plan is to see whether I can find a trend relationship between thickness/diameter and strength. If I can get a general relationship, I can use it to find optimal thickness and OD
Options for collecting info:
1. Rock-West Composites has an extensive list of twill weave CFs, but with inconsistent values shown. I will try and find enough trends to create a relationship.
2. McMaster-Carr Twill Weave CF - limited options but big list of info (mostly ranges):
- Example: 0.064" Thickness + 1.378" OD: https://www.mcmaster.com/5287T85/
Forces acting on Rover
Very Rough Calculations with variable angle and weight of the beams: