Description
Basic concepts of linear and nonlinear fracture mechanics: linear and nonlinear stationary crack-tip stress, strain and displacement fields; energy balance and energy release rates; fracture resistance concepts-static and dynamic fracture toughness; criteria for crack growth; fracture control methodology and applications.
Prerequisites
- Prerequisite(s): enrolment in the M.Eng.- Engineering Practice program and an undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or permission of the Director.
Conditions and arrangements
- Prerequisite(s): enrolment in the M.Eng.- Engineering Practice program and an undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or permission of the Director.
Reference text in its original language
Basic concepts of linear and nonlinear fracture mechanics: linear and nonlinear stationary crack-tip stress, strain and displacement fields; energy balance and energy release rates; fracture resistance concepts-static and dynamic fracture toughness; criteria for crack growth; fracture control methodology and applications.
- Prerequisite(s): enrolment in the M.Eng.- Engineering Practice program and an undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or permission of the Director.
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