ME 6690 - Engineering Fracture Mechanics

Fundamentals of the theory of linear elastic fracture mechanics (LEFM), crack-tip opening displacement (CTTOD), J-integral, R-curve, mixed-mode fracture and fracture toughness testing.

Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: ME 5690 or consent of instructor.

Credits: 3 hrs.

Notes: Open to Graduate Students Only.
Lecture Hours - Laboratory Hours: (3-0)