Fracture Mechanics
Author | : Alan T. Zehnder |
Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
Total Pages | : 235 |
Release | : 2012-01-03 |
ISBN-10 | : 9789400725959 |
ISBN-13 | : 9400725957 |
Rating | : 4/5 (957 Downloads) |
Download or read book Fracture Mechanics written by Alan T. Zehnder and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-01-03 with total page 235 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fracture mechanics is a vast and growing field. This book develops the basic elements needed for both fracture research and engineering practice. The emphasis is on continuum mechanics models for energy flows and crack-tip stress- and deformation fields in elastic and elastic-plastic materials. In addition to a brief discussion of computational fracture methods, the text includes practical sections on fracture criteria, fracture toughness testing, and methods for measuring stress intensity factors and energy release rates. Class-tested at Cornell, this book is designed for students, researchers and practitioners interested in understanding and contributing to a diverse and vital field of knowledge.