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ME 5323 - Introduction to Fracture Mechanics

Credits: 3

Explores linear elastic fracture mechanics and application of theory to design and evaluation of critical components: elastic stress intensity calculations, plane strain fracture toughness, plane stress and transitional behavior, crack opening displacements, fracture resistance, fatigue crack propagation, transition temperature approach to fracture control, microstructure of fracture, and fracture control programs. Prerequisites: C or better in ME 2340 /CEE 2340 .


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