Fracture Mechanics: Fundamentals and Applications, Fourth Edition

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CRC Press, Mar 3, 2017 - Science - 684 pages

Fracture Mechanics: Fundamentals and Applications, Fourth Edition is the most useful and comprehensive guide to fracture mechanics available. It has been adopted by more than 150 universities worldwide and used by thousands of engineers and researchers. This new edition reflects the latest research, industry practices, applications, and computational analysis and modeling. It encompasses theory and applications, linear and nonlinear fracture mechanics, solid mechanics, and materials science with a unified, balanced, and in-depth approach. Numerous chapter problems have been added or revised, and additional resources are available for those teaching college courses or training sessions. Dr. Anderson’s own website can be accessed at www.FractureMechanics.com.

 

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Contents

Fundamental Concepts
23
Material Behavior
227
Applications
307
Index
647
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About the author (2017)

Dr. Anderson is an internationally recognized expert in fracture mechanics and fitness-for-service methods. In addition to his best-selling book on fracture mechanics, Dr. Anderson has authored over 100 papers and 3 book chapters. During his career, he has held positions at a number of organizations, including TWI, Texas A&M University, Quest Integrity and Team Industrial Services. He founded a consulting and software company in 1995, which was acquired by Quest Integrity in 2007. Recently, Dr. Anderson returned to independent consulting. For more information about Dr. Anderson, visit his website at www.FractureMechanics.com.

Bibliographic information

TitleFracture Mechanics: Fundamentals and Applications, Fourth Edition
AuthorTed L. Anderson
Edition4, illustrated
PublisherCRC Press, 2017
ISBN1498728146, 9781498728140
Length684 pages
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Science / Mechanics / General
Technology & Engineering / Civil / General
Technology & Engineering / Engineering (General)
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