The work of fracture and its measurement in metals, ceramics and other materials

Tattersall, H. G.; Tappin, G.

Affiliations

¹Ceramics Division, Atomic Energy Research Establishment, Harwell, Berks, UK

Abstract

A method of measuring the work of fracture is described and assessed. Typical values for a number of materials are given and various mechanisms for the energy-absorption associated with fracture are considered.

Links

DOI: 10.1007/BF00550177

WoS: 000207847100008

History

Received: 1966-06-14

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