Crack Propagation Mechanisms for Creep Fatigue: A Consolidated Explanation of Fundamental Behaviours from Initiation to Failure

Background—Creep-fatigue damage is generally identified as the combined effect of fatigue and creep. This behaviour is macroscopically described by crack growth, wherein fatigue and creep follow different principles. Need—Although the literature contains many studies that explore...

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Main Authors: Dan Liu, Dirk John Pons
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-08-01
Series:Metals
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2075-4701/8/8/623