The Theory of Critical Distances

Critical distance methods are extremely useful for predicting fracture and fatigue in engineering components. They also represent an important development in the theory of fracture mechanics. Despite being in use for many years, there is a book about these methods - until now.

So why now? Because of the increasing use of computer-aided stress analysis (by FEA and other techniques) it is easy to use in situations. This is turn has prompted researchers to re-examine the underlying theory with renewed interest.

The book begins with a general introduction to the mechanics of mechanical engineering. After a simple explanation of the failure of the class, it can be explained by . Subsequent chapters, such as multiaxial, loading and contact problems, and a range of practical solutions.

The Theory of Critical Distinguished will be of interest in the modern computer-aided design and analysis.

* Comprehensive collection of published data, plus new data from the author's own laboratories
* A simple 'how-to-do' exposition of the method, plus examples and case studies
* Detailed theoretical treatment
* Covers all classes of materials: metals, polymers, ceramics and composites
* Includes fracture, fatigue, fretting, size effects and multiaxial loading

Chapter 1. Introduction
Chapter 2. The Theory of Critical Distances: Basics
Chapter 3. The Theory of Critical Distances in Detail
Chapter 4. Other Theories of Fracture
Chapter 5. Ceramics
Chapter 6. Polymers
Chapter 7. Metals
Chapter 8. Composites
Chapter 9. Fatigue
Chapter 10. Contact Problems
Chapter 11. Multiaxial Loading
Chapter 12. Case Studies and Practical Aspects
Chapter 13. Theoretical Studies