Constant-probability crack growth curves
Document Type
Article
Date of Original Version
1-1-1988
Abstract
This paper details a stochastic, time-inhomogeneous model that serves as a theoretical basis for the prediction of crack growth and its variability under constant-amplitude loading. Crack evolution is described as a set of constant probability curves, each of whose points possess equal probability of advancing from one position to another forward position. This probability is governed by a transition intensity parameter for which two mathematical interpretations are examined. A simplified crack growth rate equation, employing one of the definitions, is derived and applied to A17075-T6 material for different loading conditions. Results of this application are compared with those experimentally obtained. © 1988.
Publication Title, e.g., Journal
Engineering Fracture Mechanics
Volume
30
Issue
5
Citation/Publisher Attribution
Ghonem, H.. "Constant-probability crack growth curves." Engineering Fracture Mechanics 30, 5 (1988): 685-699. doi: 10.1016/0013-7944(88)90159-2.