Phase field modelling of crack propagation in functionally graded materials

We present a phase field formulation for fracture in functionally graded materials (FGMs). The model builds upon homogenization theory and accounts for the spatial variation of elastic and fracture properties. Several paradigmatic case studies are addressed to demonstrate the potential of the propos...

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Main Authors: Hirshikesh, Natarajan, S, Annabattula, RK, Martínez-Pañeda, E
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2019