SYMPOSIA PAPER
Published:
01 January 1979
STP35036S
Computer-Aided Fracture Mechanics Life Prediction Analysis
SourceThe fracture mechanics analysis and computer logic used to perform design life predictions is described. Initial part-through crack defects are analyzed under the conditions of constant-amplitude loading to predict the number of loading cycles applied before breakthrough or failure. A criterion is provided to predict the transition from part-through crack growth characteristics to through crack growth characteristics. A breakthrough criterion is also provided.
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Peterson, DE
Rocketdyne Division of Rockwell International, Canoga Park, Calif.
Vroman, GA
Rocketdyne Division of Rockwell International, Canoga Park, Calif.
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Developed by Committee: E08
Pages: 129–142
DOI: 10.1520/STP35036S
ISBN-EB: 978-0-8031-4754-6
ISBN-13: 978-0-8031-0532-4