Finite elements analysis of viscoelastic fracture

• DOI: 10.1007/bf00012513
• Publication Date: 2004-10-25T22:05:46Z
• Authors: J. R. Masuero; G. J. Creus
• Keywords: 0203 mechanical engineering; 02 engineering and technology

A numerical procedure based on the finite elements method and Schapery's formulation is proposed to determine the critical condition of cracks in viscoelastic structures. Some initial results trying to couple fracture mechanics with continuum damage mechanics also are presented.