Investigating the Crack Growth Behavior in a Particulate Composite Material Under Multi-Axial Loading Conditions

Abstract

In this study, the effects of the applied strain levels on the crack growth behavior in a particulate composite material under a high confining pressure were investigated. The material under investigation contains hard particles embedded in a rubbery matrix. Three strain levels, 12%, 15%, and 18%, and one confining pressures, 8697 KPa, were considered. The experimental data were analyzed and the results were discussed.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 11, 2003
Accession Number
ADA410751

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  • Chun Ting Liu
  • M. Tam

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  • Air Force Research Laboratory

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