Fracture mechanics predicts a material's resistance to cracking.

Fracture mechanics involves dealing with the formation of flaws and cracks in various materials. It involves calculating the force required to crack a material, and making predictions of its overall resistance to fracture. Engineers assess a material's performance using principles of materials science and physics, combined with known physical properties such as its ductility/brittleness, resistance to stress, and microstructure characteristics.

Fracture Mechanics Experts:
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Fracture Mechanics testing includes:
•    Fracture Toughness Testing
•    Scanning Electron Microscopy SEM
•    Mechanical Testing Lab Services
•    Microstructure Analysis
•    Hardness Testing
•    Failure Investigations
•    Pipeline Failure Assessment