A Fracture Mechanics Based Approach for Quantifying Corrosion Damage, Tri-Service Committee on Corrosion Proceedings
Abstract
A fracture mechanics based approach to quantify the influence of initial corrosion damage on structural integrity is described. This approach assumes that corrosion can be approximated by a geometric structural change consisting of a general thickness reduction combined with a localized stress concentration. These two parameters enable quantification of the damage and the application of fracture mechanics principles to corrosion. Several numerical examples of this concept are discussed and a test program, combined with inspection capabilities, is introduced.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 1994
- Accession Number
- ADA331053
Entities
People
- Alten F. Grandt Jr.
- Mark T. Doerfler
- Michael Kulak
- Robert J. Bucci
Organizations
- Purdue University