Credits: 3 (2-0-2)
Prerequisites: For ME1/ME2: APL100, APL104, MCL211
Overlaps with: APL765 and MLL714
Description
Introduction; Linear elastic fracture mechanics: Inglis and Griffith theories, energy release rate, stress intensity factor; Elastic-plastic fracture: plastic zone, J-integral; Mixed-mode fracture criteria; Interfacial fracture criteria; Fatigue fracture: Crack nucleation and propagation, fatigue life predictions; Dynamic fracture: inertia effects and rate dependent behavior; Experimental measurements of fracture toughness and SIF; Fracture modelling: FE simulation of fracture and fatigue failures, cohesive zone modeling; Applications of fracture mechanics including in composites and joints; Case studies; Fracture control and design considerations.