Composite buckling performances for energy structures and infrastructures: a milestone analysis based on finite element research (2000–2025)

This study presents a targeted bibliometric analysis of research on composite buckling in energy infrastructure, focusing on works that utilize the finite element method (FEM) between 2000 and 2025. The increasing demand for renewable energy systems has intensified the use of lightweight composite materials in structural elements such as wind turbine towers, solar supports, and offshore platforms. Despite their mechanical advantages, composite structures remain vulnerable to buckling, necessitating the use of accurate computational modeling to ensure reliability. A total of 1855 Scopus-indexed publications were analyzed using Bibliometrix and VOSviewer. The data span 294 journals and over 4200 authors, with China, the United States, and India leading in output. Key publishing platforms include Composite Structures and Thin-Walled Structures. Mapping of keywords, co-authorship, and citation networks indicates that FEM is the dominant analytical tool for assessing buckling behavior, especially in studies involving optimization and failure prediction. This review synthesizes significant developments in the field and reveals the integration of computational mechanics and advanced materials within the energy sector. The results serve as a reference for researchers seeking to enhance the structural resilience of composite-based energy systems.

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Bibliometric analysis

Composite buckling

Energy structure and infrastructure

Finite element analysis

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620.1: Engineering Mechanics and Materials Science

621: Applied Physics

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Composite buckling performances for energy structures and infrastructures: a milestone analysis based on finite element research (2000–2025)