Fracture Mechanics Reliability
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Consideration of fracture mechanics reliability during the design process can assist in the prevention of failures of structural and mechanical components subject to fluctuating loads in service. Explicit consideration of the reliability of structural and mechanical components provides the means to evaluate alternate designs and to ensure that specified risk levels are met. Probabilistic fracture mechanics analyses may also be applied to life extension of existing structures, and for problem assessment of in-service fatigue failures.
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