This workshop introduces theoretical fracture mechanics – covering both LEFM and EPFM approach with dynamics of crack initiation, propagation and failure. Course also explains factor influencing the accuracy of Stress- Intensity Factor (SIF) predictions; Consideration of crack geometries, crack growth
laws, time, cycle dependent & combined time, cycle dependent; temperature dependent crack growth; Fatigue life calculation under simple, non-proportional, transient, spectrum, hold, combination and load schedules; further fatigue life, SIF history life calculations.