Multiple crack propagation by DBEM in a riveted butt-joint:  a simplified bidimensional approach

Journal Title: Frattura ed Integrità Strutturale - Year 2016, Vol 10, Issue 36

Abstract

 A Multi-Site Damage (MSD) crack growth simulation is presented, carried out by means of Dual Boundary Element Method (DBEM), in a two-dimensional analysis of a cracked butt-joint made of aluminium 2024 T3. An equivalent crack length is proposed for an approximated 2D analysis of a 3D problem where the crack front assumes a part elliptical shape due to secondary bending effects. The assumptions made to perform such simplified bidimensional analyses are validated by comparing numerical results with experimental data, the latter obtained from a fatigue tested riveted butt-joint.

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R. Citarella

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  • EP ID EP149047
  • DOI 10.3221/IGF-ESIS.36.16
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R. Citarella (2016).  Multiple crack propagation by DBEM in a riveted butt-joint:  a simplified bidimensional approach. Frattura ed Integrità Strutturale, 10(36), 160-167. https://europub.co.uk./articles/-A-149047