Abstract
Fibre-reinforced plastics are attracting more and more attention also in non-aviation sectors. The possible formation of internal damage and its difficult detection thus simultaneously increases the need for structural health monitoring. In this case especially fibre-optical sensors possess an enormous potential. In the previous work the use of a meander-shaped sensor layout was proposed, utilizing strain in longitudinal direction for loads monitoring and distinct measuring sections in zero-strain direction for structural health monitoring. In the present work, the proposed meander-shaped sensor layout is integrated inside unidirectional coupons using tailored fibre placement. Further samples without a sensor and samples with a straight sensor-fibre were also manufactured as a reference. The influence of the sensor on the static strength and stiffness is then examined in a test campaign using a three-point bending setup. In addition, the functionality of the meander-shaped sensor layout is validated.
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