Applications of Fracture Mechanics to Aerospace Structures

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Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours. 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. Prerequisite: AERO 304 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.