Fracture Mechanics

By Alan T. Zehnder

Book Overview

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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 940178289X
• ISBN13: 9789401782890
• Release Date: February 2014
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 226 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 8.9"