Phase-field models for brittle and cohesive fracture

Vignollet, J., May, S., De Borst, R. and Verhoosel, C. V. (2014) Phase-field models for brittle and cohesive fracture. Meccanica, 49(11), pp. 2587-2601. (doi: 10.1007/s11012-013-9862-0)

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Abstract

In this paper we first recapitulate some basic notions of brittle and cohesive fracture models, as well as the phase-field approximation to fracture. Next, a critical assessment is made of the sensitivity of the phase-field approach to brittle fracture, in particular the degradation function, and the use of monolithic versus partitioned solution schemes. The last part of the paper makes extensions to a recently developed phase-field model for cohesive fracture, in particular for propagating cracks. Using some simple examples the current state of the cohesive phase-field model is shown.

Item Type:Articles
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Vignollet, Dr Julien and De Borst, Professor Rene
Authors: Vignollet, J., May, S., De Borst, R., and Verhoosel, C. V.
College/School:College of Science and Engineering > School of Engineering > Infrastructure and Environment
Journal Name:Meccanica
Publisher:Springer Netherlands
ISSN:0025-6455
ISSN (Online):1572-9648

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