This project is to study void nucleation and growth in finitely deformed solids. Analytical methods within the framework of nonlinear elasticity and finite strain plasticity will be used. The results should be applicable to fracture considerations of solids propellants.

Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
1989-03-01
Budget End
1991-08-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
1989
Total Cost
$109,971
Indirect Cost
Name
University of Virginia
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Charlottesville
State
VA
Country
United States
Zip Code
22904