Critical values of the J-integral and the crack-tip opening displacement (CTOD) were measured. Test temperatures ranged from -196degC to 25degC. Effect of geometry on fracture toughness in the transition region is attributed to changes in crack-tip region constraint with geometry.
Critical values of the J-integral and the crack-tip opening displacement (CTOD) were measured. Test temperatures ranged from -196degC to 25degC. Effect of geometry on fracture toughness in the transition region is attributed to changes in crack-tip region constraint with geometry.
Critical values of the J-integral and the crack-tip opening displacement (CTOD) were measured. Test temperatures ranged from -196degC to 25degC. Effect of geometry on fracture toughness in the transition region is attributed to changes in crack-tip region constraint with geometry.