A Quick Review of Linear Elastic Fracture Mechanics (LEFM)

A quick review of Linear Elastic Fracture Mechanics (LEFM), and how it applies to thermoplastics and other polymers.
0:00 Introduction
1:31 Griffith Theory
2:40 Irwin Theory
3:55 Fracture Modes
8:40 KI
9:50 Experimental Testing of K
12:49 Summary

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I never thought I would be left hanging at the edge of my seat by a video about fracture mechanics.

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What a nice video lecture!

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Nice video