Plasticity and Fracture

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Grounded in four decades of research, this book offers an in-depth exploration of fracture mechanics and plasticity, essential for the design of safety-critical engineering structures, especially in lightweight transportation. Aimed at graduate students and practicing engineers, it adopts a multidisciplinary approach, blending theoretical concepts with numerical methods and experimental techniques. The inclusion of numerous analytical and numerical examples enhances understanding, making complex ideas accessible and applicable in real-world scenarios.