Solution of stress intensity factor for mode I centre crack in undermatched butt joint with certain reinforcement

Abstract

In order to improve the fracture resistance of undermatched butt joint, the influence of joint shape parameters on the stress intensity factor (SIF) of undermatched butt joint with mode I centre crack was studied, and the solution of SIF was obtained by combining the analytical method with the finite element method as well. The results are useful to guide the shape design of undermatched butt joint with mode I centre crack under both static load and fatigue load conditions.