Failure Analysis and Life Assessment of Structural Components and Equipment Available to Purchase
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Published:2002
Abstract
This article provides an overview of the structural design process and discusses the life-limiting factors, including material defects, fabrication practices, and stress. It details the role of a failure investigator in performing nondestructive inspection. The article provides information on fatigue life assessment, elevated-temperature life assessment, and fitness-for-service life assessment.
Daniel J. Benac, Failure Analysis and Life Assessment of Structural Components and Equipment, Failure Analysis and Prevention, Vol 11, Edited By William T. Becker, Roch J. Shipley, ASM International, 2002, p 227–242, https://doi.org/10.31399/asm.hb.v11.a0003512
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