Gross D., Seelig T. Fracture Mechanics with introduction to micromechanics

Heidelberg, Dordrecht, London, New York: Springer, 2011. — 336 p.: ill. — ISSN: 0941-5122, ISBN: 978-3-642-19239-5.
This book has evolved from lectures on fracture mechanics and micromechanics which we held for students of engineering and natural sciences over the years. It is primarily meant as an aid for students learning the foundations of these subjects. At the same time this book may also serve as an introduction into these fields for researchers and practitioners in industry and to provide the theoretical background for solving respective problems. The book covers the most important areas of fracture mechanics and gives an introduction into micromechanics. Our major concern was the presentation of prin- cipal concepts and methods in a clear and sound manner as a basis for a deeper entry into the matter. The presentation mainly focuses on the mechanical description of fracture processes; yet, material specific aspects are also discussed. To keep the text self-contained, continuum mechanical and phenomenological foundations are reca- pitulated first. They are followed by a brief survey of classical fracture and failure hypotheses. A major part of the book is devoted to linear fracture mechanics and elastic-plastic fracture mechanics. Further chapters deal with creep fracture and dy- namic fracture mechanics.An extensive chapter treats foundationsof micromechan- ics and homogenization. Finally, elements of damage mechanics and probabilistic fracture mechanics are presented. Suggestions for further reading are listed at the end of each chapter. The first edition was well accepted by the readers making a new edition neces- sary. We have used this chance to incorporate a number of extensions which partly are influenced by new developments in the field of fracture mechanics. Discussed are, among others, the crack initiation at notches, cohesive zone models, the peel test, fragmentation, and strain localization due to damage and material softening. Furthermore, following suggestions from many students, supplementary examples have been added as problems at the end of some chapters.Elements of solid mechanics.
Classical fracture and failure hypotheses.
Micro and macro phenomena of fracture.
Linear fracture mechanics.
Elastic-plastic fracture mechanics.
Creep fracture.
Dynamic fracture mechanics.
Micromechanics and homogenization.
Damage mechanics.
Probabilistic fracture mechanics.