The course examines fatigue and fracture analysis, addressing fundamental concepts, design strategies, life models, and testing methods. It includes multiaxial stresses, notches, variable loading, and inspection techniques to ensure component durability and reliability.
The course delves into fatigue and fracture analysis of machine components, exploring fundamental concepts and mechanisms, statistical aspects, and factors influencing fatigue life. It covers fatigue design strategies, life models, and criteria, as well as the application of various fatigue approaches. Topics include the analysis of multiaxial stresses, effects of notches, variable amplitude loading, and strain-life models. Testing and inspection techniques for ensuring reliability and durability of components are also discussed.