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Modern Applied Fracture Mechanics presents a practical, accessible guide to understanding and applying basic linear elastic fracture mechanics (LEFM) techniques to problems commonly seen in industry, including fatigue analysis, failure analysis, and damage tolerance. Including applications for several software programs, AFGROW, MATLAB, ABAQUS, and a web-based FM calculator, the book discusses appropriate models, assumptions, and typical input/output parameters. It provides a framework that will enable readers to quickly learn and use fracture mechanics (FM) software packages and/or write their own code to solve unique or standard FM problems. The book covers the fundamental concepts needed to successfully execute routine applications or conduct experimental investigations. End-of-chapter problems are included, along with real-world examples to enhance student understanding. The textbook is appropriate for undergraduate students, preparing them for the industry, or for advanced studies in fracture mechanics at the graduate level. Industry professionals and researchers will find this book an excellent resource for understanding basic fracture mechanics principles and methods.
Fracture Mechanics.
Fundamentals of Linear Elastic Fracture Mechanics: Basic.
Energy Approaches.
Applications.
Further Fracture Mechanics Applications.
Experimental Methods.
Software Applications for Linear Elastic Fracture Mechanics.
Finite Element Method Use in Fracture Mechanics