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Evaluation of J-Integral and Fatigue Crack Growth Rate of Semi-elliptical Crack in Compressor Blade
Abstract: Gas turbine compressor blades are subjected to centrifugal, gas bending and vibratory loads. This repeated loading and unloading can reduce the life of compressor blades. This research aims at the estimation of fatigue crack growth rate of various three-dimensional cracks in a compressor blade considering the J-integral calculations for a semi-elliptical crack, subjected to centrifugal loading. Static stress analysis was carried out to ascertain the critical region or crack zone …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 39–46 Read article
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Fractural Mechanics Crack Propagational Study on Different Material And Different Crack Location of weld joint in ANSYS
Abstract: AbstractThere have been spectacular failures made of ductile material. The structure as whole will remain as brittle only until the load is applied it will have elastic response it will not have plastic response. But near the crack tip there will have plastic zone and plastic zone indicates flow crack is going to behave for the present study analysis is carried out on crack near weld joint and three different …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 29–33 Read article
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Assessment of Deformation under Repeated Cracking-Healing Cycles of Asphalt Concrete
Abstract: The Asphalt concrete wearing course is subjected to direct tyre loading and practices distresses such as microcracks. However, asphalt pavement is known to exhibit self-healing ability of microcracks under repeated loading with rest period and controlled environment. In this work, the permanent deformation of the wearing course was assessed under repeated cracking and healing cycles. Asphalt concrete specimens of 100 mm diameter and 63 mm height have been prepared with …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 13–25 Read article
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A Technical review on Solidification cracking behaviour and susceptibility of aluminum alloy weld
Abstract: The paper deals with the physical, chemical properties along with important aluminum applications. Various defects are generated while welding of aluminum alloys one of the severe defect is cracks. Solidification and liquation cracks are generated at various zones of metals. Different mechanical and metallurgical factors affecting the solidification cracking. A variety of weldability tests like Varestraint test, Transvarestraint test, The Cast Pin Tear test, Hot Ductility test, Strain-To-Fracture test, Reheat …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 77–84 Read article
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Image-Based Crack Morphology Characterisation for Electrical Failure Analysis in Conductive Polymer Composites
Abstract: Electrical performance in conductive polymer composites is strongly governed by crack-network evolution, yet failure analysis typically relies on qualitative image inspection or electrical anomaly detection in isolation. This work proposes an end-to-end framework that converts optical/SEM crack imagery into a standardised crack morphology signature and quantitatively links it to electrical degradation indicators. A two-stage learning strategy is adopted: crack-representation pretraining using the public Concrete Crack Images for Classification dataset, followed …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1375-1386 Read article
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Life Assessment of a Pre Cracked Cricket Bat
Abstract: Cricket is an interesting game played in many countries wherein a bat made of willow wood is used to strike a leather ball to score runs. This bat fails at a much faster rate in the presence of a crack when compared to a normal bat. In this study, an attempt is made to assess the life of a pre-cracked cricket bat. A crack is initiated in the weak spot …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 22–29 Read article
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Concrete Compressive Stress-Induced Crack Analysis and the Main Causes of Concrete Cracks in Construction
Abstract: The findings of experimental investigations into the micromechanical behaviour of concrete under various loading scenarios are presented in this work. Concrete specimens with normal and high strengths were examined under uniaxial compression in constrained spaces. Injection of a low melting point alloy was done into the concrete specimens' pores and fissures. To preserve the load-induced stress microcracks and the pictures from the cross sections of the concrete specimens photographed by …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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Use of Geopolymer Composites for Controlling Structural Cracks
Abstract: A building’s safety and stability can be compromised by ignoring the potential structural issues indicated by occurring cracks in buildings. Extensive damage may cause over the period from unidentified cracks.Good quality concrete never cracks in normal service conditions unless high horizontal force is applied. Through the cracks, carbon dioxide is released into the concrete and speeds up carbonation throughout the cracks, thus reducing the structure usage. The materials which are …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 6, 2024 · pp. 172–184 Read article
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Automatic Identification of Obstacles and Crack Sensing Scheme in Rail Tracking System
Abstract: AbstractIn this paper, we have established into the identification of cracks and obstacles in rail tracking system. This system comprises of GSM modem, ultrasonic sensor, proximity sensor, PIC microcontroller to bring into the operation the crack detection and obstacle detection. The GSM modem contributes in transmission of railway geometric parameter of crack detection to the control room. Ultrasonic and Proximity sensors are used to detect the obstacles and crack in …
Published in Journal Of Network security · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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Evaluation of T-stress using FEM in an Unsymmetrical Cracks Emanating from a Hole Placed Centrally in a Thin Plate
Abstract: Studying the impact of higher order terms of the William’s series expansion on fracture mechanics problems has received more attention in recent years. Research has demonstrated that the constant term T-stress has a significant impact on the stress and strain fields around the crack tip. In response to mixed mode (I/II) loading, a number of fracture criteria had been developed to characterize failure in linear elastic bodies. When evaluating the …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 09–20 Read article
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Probable Causes of Cracks on selected Buildings at Akrowa in Afigya Kwabre District, Ghana
Abstract: This work evaluated the nature of the foundation soils and cracks on twelve representative buildings at Akrowa, in the Afigya Kwabre District near Kumasi in Ghana. Age, material used whether clay/concrete, dimensions of cracks on the buildings and tests for geotechnical parameters of foundation soils such as moisture content, bulk density, specific gravity, particle size distribution, Atterberg limit and direct shear were carried out on soils from four pits dug …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 29–39 Read article
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Numerical Simulation of Crack Growth in Dynamic Loading Conditions
Abstract: Because it is crucial for forecasting structural failures in engineering applications, crack formation in materials under dynamic loading circumstances has become a crucial study topic. In this work, finite element methods (FEM) are used to numerically simulate fracture propagation in dynamic stress situations. The impact of loading rates, material characteristics, and crack geometries on crack growth patterns are assessed in a thorough parametric research. The work uses sophisticated computational methods …
Published in International Journal of Fracture Mechanics and Damage Science · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 30–34 Read article
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Assessment of Matrix Cracking and Fiber Breakage in Hybrid Composite Materials.
Abstract: Hybrid composite materials, combining two or more distinct fiber or matrix constituents, have emerged as advanced structural solutions for aerospace, automotive, marine, and civil engineering applications. However, their complex microstructure makes them susceptible to multiple interacting damage mechanisms, particularly matrix cracking and fiber breakage. This study provides a comprehensive assessment of these damage modes, emphasizing their initiation, evolution, and combined effects on the mechanical integrity of hybrid composites. Matrix cracking …
Published in International Journal of Fracture Mechanics and Damage Science · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Evaluation of Critical Crack Position on the Curved Surface under Mechanical Load: FEA Approach
Abstract: Abstract: Influence of initial crack position on the stress distribution around the crack tip is always taken into account for the failure analysis of metallic structures. Evaluation of Stress Intensity Factor for cracks of various orientations was carried out using Finite Element Analysis technique. These Stress Intensity Factors were used to calculate energy release rate for the various orientations. Next, thus obtained energy values have been compared with energy values …
Published in Journal of Instrumentation Technology & Innovations · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Study of Influence of Corrosion and Cracking on Bond Behavior of Reinforced Concrete Member
Abstract: Reinforced concrete, as composite material has occupied special place in the modern construction of different type of structure. Reinforced concrete is inherently durable and near maintenance free construction material. Service life of reinforced concrete structure can be significantly reduced when the corrosion of reinforcing steel is initiated; the product of corrosion expands and occupies greater volume than original volume of steel, eventually causes cracking of concrete. The composite action of …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 58–67 Read article
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LIFE ESTIMATION OF A PRE-CRACKED CRICKET BAT
Abstract: Cricket is a fascinating game that is played in many countries professionally. The cricket bat is equipment which is used to strike the ball. The ball is made up of leather whereas the bat is made of willow wood. The performance and the life of a bat are hampered in presence of a crack as the crack propagates leading to failure. In this paper, a Kashmir willow bat with a …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 48–55 Read article
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Crack Initiation, Propagation and Stress Intensity Factor of Rectangular Plate with Circular Hole by FEA Approach
Abstract: The study of crack behavior in a plate with hole is a considerable importance in the design to avoid the failure. This situation has a look at offers with investigation of stress intensity factor, von-mises stress (ϭ von-mises) at the finite center cracked plate subjected to uniform tensile loading depends at the assumptions of linear elastic fracture mechanics (LEFM) and plane strain problem. The stress intensity factors mode I (KI) …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 13–36 Read article
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Measurement of Defects in Car Bearings and Its Effect on Ultrasonic Waves
Abstract: As one of the defects of roller bearings due to intermittent coupling forces and external impact loads,surface cracks due to corrosion or wear may have many defects for rotating machines. Surfacecracking on the bearing or its ball is one of the important factors in the efficiency of the bearing andits opening. It is useful to study these cracks and identify the type and size of these cracks for bearingsused in …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 44–49 Read article
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Sustainability of Asphalt Pavement in Terms of CraSustainability of Asphalt Pavement in Terms of Crack Healing Phenomena: A Reviewck Healing Phenomena: A Review
Abstract: The Asphalt concrete mixture is considered to have nonlinear viscoelastic behavior, its fatigue life consists of two components, namely the resistance to fracture and crack, and the ability to heal the micro cracks. Both of the processes change with temperature and time. Such processes exhibit the sustainability potential of asphalt concrete pavement. The approach to study this potential requires mechanical tests like creep or relaxation, strength and repeated load tests. …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 38–55 Read article
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A non-hydrotreated feedstock’s polyaromatic cracking under FCC industrial operating conditions using an equilibrium catalyst
Abstract: Catalytic cracking of non-hydrotreated atmospheric residue’s main polyaromatic hydrocarbon (PAHs) in the presence of an equilibrium catalyst was investigated under industrial operating conditions. During the fluid catalytic cracking process, the catalyst that presented the key factor in hydrocarbon cracking (aromatic by hydrogen transfer reaction) quickly deactivated and compromised the process’s performance due to its acid surfaces and pores covered by the polyaromatic species. A deep study of the catalyst behavior …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 10–26 Read article