Code |
Course Name |
Language |
Type |
INS 317E |
Fracture Mechanics of Concrete |
English |
Elective |
Local Credits |
ECTS |
Theoretical |
Tutorial |
Laboratory |
3 |
4 |
3 |
0 |
0 |
Course Prerequisites and Class Restriction |
Prerequisites |
None |
Class Restriction |
None |
Course Description |
Principles of Linear Elastic Fracture Mechanics (LEFM), Application of LEFM to concrete, Structure and fracture process of
concrete. Nonlinear fracture models for concrete. Test methods for the determination of fracture parameters. Fracture
mechanics and compressive failure. Determination of the tension softening response of concrete. Applications of fracture
mechanics to concrete structures. Application to high performance cementitious materials. |
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