Fracture Mechanics
Fracture mechanics is a field of solid mechanics concerned with the study of the propagation of cracks in materials. It moves beyond traditional strength of materials analysis, which assumes a flawless material, by providing a framework to predict the failure of a body containing a pre-existing crack or defect. By analyzing the stress state at the tip of a crack using concepts like the stress intensity factor and comparing it to the material's inherent resistance to fracture, known as fracture toughness, engineers can determine the conditions under which a crack will grow and potentially lead to catastrophic failure, thereby enabling the design of damage-tolerant structures and the assessment of structural integrity.
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