Articles by Mike Hiller

Crack detection

Surface Crack Fracture Mechanics Testing

There are many different types of crack types and geometries that can occur in structures, whether caused by manufacturing defects, poor process control, or during the intended service.
Mike Hiller
September 1, 2018

Fracture mechanics testing including fracture toughness and fatigue crack growth testing is important to the safe design and operation of structures. In this paradigm, the fracture toughness of a material describes the ability of the material to withstand a static load before failure. 


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