This project will study three dimensional deformation fields in the vicinity of stationary and growing cracks. A project with both analytical and experimental components will be conducted. Finite element methods will also be used to asses the role of thickness on near tip deformation fields.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Civil, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Innovation (CMMI)
Application #
9003973
Program Officer
Jerome Sackman
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
1990-07-15
Budget End
1993-12-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
1990
Total Cost
$164,084
Indirect Cost
Name
University of South Carolina at Columbia
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Columbia
State
SC
Country
United States
Zip Code
29208