FRACTURE MECHANICS

EMA 519

Course Description

Introduction to the mechanics of fracture of linear and nonlinear materials. Crack stress and deformation fields; stress intensity factors; crack tip plastic zone; fracture toughness testing; energy release rate; J-integral. Criteria for crack growth initiation/stability; application to design.

Prerequisties

(EMA 303 or ME 306 ), graduate/professional standing, or member of Engineering Guest Students

Satisfies

EMA 569

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