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Dynamic brittle fracture analysis based on continuum damage mechanics

Conference ·
OSTI ID:6856729
The dynamic response of materials with existing flaw structures is the subject of the present investigation. In this paper, the cracked solid is described by a constitutive model based on continuum damage mechanics. Purpose of the analysis is to show that the constitutive model can predict many of the experimentally observed phenomena in these materials. This is demonstrated by treating a sample problem. The geometry and loading condition selected for this sample problem is that of a 45 degree inclined crack, centrally situated in a concrete panel and subjected to the action of a step tensile pulse. Damage localization and tension-softening have been observed. These results and their implications are discussed.
Research Organization:
Sandia National Labs., Albuquerque, NM (USA)
DOE Contract Number:
AC04-76DP00789
OSTI ID:
6856729
Report Number(s):
SAND-86-1431C; CONF-870697-1; ON: DE87006704
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English