The cohesive zone model with a non-uniform traction-separation law for a system of several collinear cracks

TitleThe cohesive zone model with a non-uniform traction-separation law for a system of several collinear cracks
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2018
AuthorsSelivanov, MF, Chornoivan, Yu.O
Abbreviated Key TitleDopov. Nac. akad. nauk Ukr.
DOI10.15407/dopovidi2018.09.035
Issue9
SectionMechanics
Pagination35-41
Date Published9/2018
LanguageUkrainian
Abstract

The cohesive zone models are widely used for assessments of the critical loading level on structures. Here, an infinite plate with mode I collinear cracks is studied under a uniform tension applied at infinity. A proposed technique is applied to solve the problem basing on the cohesive crack model. The solution for the crack opening is found for a non-uniform traction-separation law with regard for the condition of smooth closure of the crack lips. Numerical results are presented for several values of the traction-separation law shape parameter. Some illustrations are given for the dependence of the crack opening on the external loading. It is found that its critical level is almost independent of the shape parameter.
Keywordscohesive zone model, collinear cracks, finite stress condition, fracture, shape parameters, traction—separation law
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