Analysis of transverse loading for laminated cylindrical pipes

Based on the curved composite-beam and multilayer-buildup theories, we present two methods to analyze the stresses and deflections of multi-ply cylindrical pipes under transverse loading conditions. According to the presented solutions, numerical results are given for a common sandwich pipe. Stress distributions within the pipe and deflections are also discussed. Simple analytical methods can be used to evaluate the stresses and deflections of multiple-layer cylindrical structures under transverse loading conditions. The results of an experimental investigation of a sandwich pipe are compared to the results of theoretical calculations. The values obtained from the experimental results fall between the values obtained when each theory is applied separately.