Fracture mechanics in heterogeneous materials encompasses the study of crack initiation and propagation in systems comprising multiple constituent phases or layers with differing mechanical properties ...

Reactor pressure vessels (RPVs) constitute a critical safety barrier in nuclear power plants, safeguarding against the potentially catastrophic release of radiation. The structural integrity of these ...

Description: The failure and fracture of materials under applied stress are the focal points of this course, with particular emphasis on the material characteristics that influence fracture. The ...