Applications of Fracture Mechanics to Aerospace Structures

Texas A & M University-College Station

CourseAERO 411

Foundations of linear elastic fracture mechanics of aerospace structure; calculation of stress intensity factors and energy release rates; crack growth under fatigue loading; ASTM standards for fracture testing; the role of fracture mechanics in the analysis and design of aerospace structures.

Credits

3 credits

Course Code

AERO 411

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