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Fracture Mechanics

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  • Explains computational and engineering approaches for solving crack-related problems using straightforward mathematics that facilitate comprehension of the physical meaning of crack growth processes;

  • Expands computational understanding with theoretical concepts and detailed treatments of formula derivation;

  • Presents analytical methods for deriving stress and strain functions related to fracture mechanics;

  • Reinforces concepts and modeling techniques with example problems that support comprehension and application of a particular theory.

  • Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

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Table of contents (10 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-xiv
  2. Theory of Elasticity

    • Nestor Perez
    Pages 1-52
  3. Introduction to Fracture Mechanics

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    Pages 53-77
  4. Linear-Elastic Fracture Mechanics

    • Nestor Perez
    Pages 79-130
  5. Linear-Elastic Field Equations

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    Pages 131-185
  6. Crack Tip Plasticity

    • Nestor Perez
    Pages 187-225
  7. The Energy Principle

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    Pages 227-256
  8. Elastic-Plastic Fracture Mechanics

    • Nestor Perez
    Pages 257-287
  9. Mixed-Mode Fracture Mechanics

    • Nestor Perez
    Pages 289-325
  10. Fatigue Crack Growth

    • Nestor Perez
    Pages 327-372
  11. Fracture Toughness Correlations

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    Pages 373-408
  12. Back Matter

    Pages 409-418

About this book

The second edition of this textbook includes a refined presentation of concepts in each chapter, additional examples; new problems and sections, such as conformal mapping and mechanical behavior of wood; while retaining all the features of the original book. The material included in this book is based upon the development of analytical and numerical procedures pertinent to particular fields of linear elastic fracture mechanics (LEFM) and plastic fracture mechanics (PFM), including mixed-mode-loading interaction. The mathematical approach undertaken herein is coupled with a brief review of several fracture theories available in cited references, along with many color images and figures. Dynamic fracture mechanics is included through the field of fatigue and Charpy impact testing.

Authors and Affiliations

  • Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez, Puerto Rico

    Nestor Perez

About the author

Dr. Nestor Perez is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Puerto Rico. His academic interests include Metallurgy & Materials Engineering, Fracture Mechanics, Corrosion, and Thermodynamics.

Bibliographic Information

  • Book Title: Fracture Mechanics

  • Authors: Nestor Perez

  • DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-24999-5

  • Publisher: Springer Cham

  • eBook Packages: Engineering, Engineering (R0)

  • Copyright Information: Springer International Publishing Switzerland 2017

  • Hardcover ISBN: 978-3-319-24997-1Published: 19 August 2016

  • Softcover ISBN: 978-3-319-79718-2Published: 09 June 2018

  • eBook ISBN: 978-3-319-24999-5Published: 13 August 2016

  • Edition Number: 2

  • Number of Pages: XIV, 418

  • Number of Illustrations: 26 b/w illustrations, 179 illustrations in colour

  • Topics: Solid Mechanics, Solid Mechanics, Characterization and Evaluation of Materials

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Softcover Book USD 64.99
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