This book also:
Presents details of derivations of the basic equations of fracture mechanics and the historical context of the development of fracture theory and methodology
Treats linear and nonlinear fracture mechanics methodologies beginning with a review of the basic equations of solid mechanics followed by solutions useful in fracture prediction
Illustrates the basis of linear elastic fracture mechanics (LEFM), practical applications of LEFM in the design of fracture-tolerant structural components
Offers interesting, practical, classroom proven problems at the end of most chapters
Includes instructor's solutions manual
C. K. H. Dharan is a Professor at the University of California at Berkeley. B. S. Kang is a Professor at Pusan National University. Iain Finnie was a Professor of a course on fracture mechanics at the University of California at Berkeley.